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$317,268$248 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1230 MELTON RD

WEST UNION, SC 29696
Building report
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,279 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,359 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$317K
$298K low$337K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,371 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$4,255 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,255
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$106,371

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.56
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyOCONEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Northside Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.9 mi
H
Seneca High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
M
Seneca Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Oconee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29696These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,542
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.232 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,060
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,498
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1230 Melton Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Oconee County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in West Union 29696
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Oconee County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Oconee County

What homes are worth in West Union 29696

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$75K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in West Union 29696.

How it measures up in West Union 29696

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Union 29696.

Estimated value$317,268
CheaperTypical $313,694Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,279 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size1,359 ft²
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 1230 Melton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Union 29696Oconee County
Estimated valuepricier than$317,26851% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24863% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,279 ft²30% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,359 ft²4% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than200569% of homes80% of homes

About 1230 Melton Rd

How much is 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC is $317,268 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $297,638 to $336,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC last sell?

1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC?

1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,279 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC built?

1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC?

1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC is assigned to Northside Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Seneca High School (high), rated B-; Seneca Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Oconee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC compare to other homes in West Union 29696?

Among the 2,571 homes in West Union 29696, it is worth more than 51% of them ($317,268 against a typical $313,694), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($248 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,279 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,359 ft² against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (2005 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Oconee County, it is worth more than 59% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1230 Melton Rd, West Union, SC was $1,371. The county assessed it at $4,255.

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