Lot 202 South Foxglove Road Westminster, SC 29693

Situated among rivers, lakes, mountains and forests, Westminster is a quiet town boasting natural beauty and unmistakable small-town allure. The city is renowned as the location for the annual South Carolina Apple Festival.

Real Estate

Westminster real estate includes a mix of single-story homes and larger estates situated on expansive lots, and everything in between. Westminster homes enjoy the area’s beautiful surroundings, as many are covered in a canopy of lush trees and some are located in a peaceful rural setting with farmland all around. Westminster boasts more than 100 historic homes unique to late 1800s architecture.

Lifestyle and Attractions

Westminster is a small town situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains just west of Lake Keowee. The quaint downtown centering on Old Main Street features quaint shops and restaurants in historic buildings. Westminster is surrounded by rivers, lakes, mountains, forest, and golf courses, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation for residents and visitors alike. The city boasts award-winning schools, a small-town feel, and beautiful architecture dating back to the late 1800s.

Westminster host a number of annual events and festivals, including the South Carolina Apple Festival. This renowned celebration takes place during the first two weeks of September each year, and features a parade, street vendors, a rodeo, and a variety of family-friendly activities. Other community events in Westminster include Music on Main from April through October and a Christmas Parade during the holiday season. The Oconee Heritage Center General Store Museum features exhibits displaying the history of Westminster and the surrounding area.

Nearby Schools and Higher Education

Westminster is served by the School District of Oconee County, which operates 16 elementary schools, five middle schools, four high schools, and a state-of-the-art career and technology center. Westminster is home to Westminster Elementary School, Orchard Park Elementary School, Fair Oak Elementary School, West Oak Middle School, and West Oak High School. While there are no colleges or universities in Westminster, residents may easily access the institutions in nearby Clemson, including Clemson University, Southern Wesleyan University, and Clemson College.

History

Westminster was originally founded as a water stop on the Southern Railway on March 17, 1875. Stores, shops and factories began to pop up around the train stop in Westminster, and it developed as a more established town over time. The town experienced peak expansion during the 1920s.

Approximate Distance to:

Uptown Charlotte: 16.5 Miles

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport: 60 Miles

Hospital:

• Oconee Memorial Hospital: 7.5 Miles

Major Highway:

• Toccoa Highway: 0.5 Mile