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$144,257$105 / 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 75How 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

1256 GILCHRIST RD

DARLINGTON, SC 29540
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,375 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.
2.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$144K
$108K low$180K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$465 (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.$5,310 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,830
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$132,700

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.57
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.61 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyDARLINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.10
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Darlington Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Darlington High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
E
St. John's Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.1 mi

District: Darlington County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29540These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.146

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,924
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.48 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$53,146
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

1256 Gilchrist 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Darlington County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Darlington 29540

What homes are worth in Darlington 29540

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

This home
$41K$563K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Darlington 29540.

How it measures up in Darlington 29540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Darlington 29540.

Estimated value$144,257
CheaperTypical $142,051Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $102Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,375 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,467 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size2.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1256 Gilchrist Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDarlington 29540Darlington County
Estimated valuepricier than$144,25751% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10553% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,375 ft²43% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.1 ac72% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197017% of homes33% of homes

About 1256 Gilchrist Rd

How much is 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC is $144,257 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $108,152 to $180,362. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC last sell?

1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC?

1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,375 square feet of living space and a 2.10-acre lot.

When was 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC built?

1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC?

1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC is assigned to Darlington Middle School (middle), rated C+; Darlington High School (high), rated F; St. John's Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Darlington County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC compare to other homes in Darlington 29540?

Among the 2,242 homes in Darlington 29540, it is worth more than 51% of them ($144,257 against a typical $142,051), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($105 against a typical $102), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,375 ft² against a typical 1,467 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (2.1 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1970 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Darlington County, it is worth more than 47% 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 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1256 Gilchrist Rd, Darlington, SC was $465. The county assessed it at $5,310.

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