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$373,321$139 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1285 INDEPENDENCE DR

ELGIN, SC 29045
5
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,690 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$373K
$343K low$404K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,570 (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.$292,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$292,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,800

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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
CountyRICHLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 ft²

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

E
Pontiac Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Spring Valley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Summit Parkway Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi

District: Richland School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 29045These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.137

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,447
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.411 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,786
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,104
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

1285 Independence Dr 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.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Liberty Ridge
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Liberty Ridge
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Liberty Ridge
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Liberty Ridge
  • Among the newest homes in Liberty Ridge

What homes are worth in Elgin 29045

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

This home
$144K$877K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Elgin 29045.

How it measures up in Elgin 29045

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 29045.

Estimated value$373,321
CheaperTypical $301,047Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$139
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area2,690 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,293 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 1285 Independence Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLiberty RidgeElgin 29045Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$373,32196% of homes71% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13928% of homes55% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than2,690 ft²91% of homes64% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac95% of homes35% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homes92% of homesalmost all homes

About 1285 Independence Dr

How much is 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC is $373,321 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $342,864 to $403,778. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC last sell?

1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC?

1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,690 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC built?

1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC?

1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC is assigned to Pontiac Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Spring Valley High School (high), rated A-; Summit Parkway Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Richland School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC compare to other homes in Elgin 29045?

Among the 12,810 homes in Elgin 29045, it is worth more than 71% of them ($373,321 against a typical $301,047), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($139 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,690 ft² against a typical 2,293 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2021 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 77% 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 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1285 Independence Dr, Elgin, SC was $2,570. The county assessed it at $292,200.

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