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$5,544,848$2,561 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $675,000 on May 10, 2021

138 RIVER RIDGE RD

SUNSET, SC 29685
3
Beds
0
Baths
2,165 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.
0.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$5.5M
$4.6M low$6.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$675,000 · May 10, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$3,871,488
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$3,097,190
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.30%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$1,673,360
SOUTH STATE BANK NA · 3% 1 · recorded Dec 17, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$36,127 (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.$160,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$139,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$4,803,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.178 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyPickens
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.86
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 34 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(6)

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.

H
Pickens High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.7 mi
E
Hagood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 11.2 mi
M
Pickens Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.3 mi

District: Pickens County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29685These 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.171
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
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.2,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,844
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,435
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

138 River Ridge 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Pickens County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Pickens County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Pickens County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Sunset 29685
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Pickens County

What homes are worth in Sunset 29685

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

This home
$119K$6.4M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Sunset 29685.

How it measures up in Sunset 29685

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sunset 29685.

Estimated value$5,544,848
CheaperTypical $1,846,955Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$2561
CheaperTypical $762Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,165 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.86 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 138 River Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset 29685Pickens County
Estimated valuepricier than$5,544,84895% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2561almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than2,165 ft²49% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.86 ac22% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than202397% of homes98% of homes

About 138 River Ridge Rd

How much is 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC is $5,544,848 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $4,602,223 to $6,487,472. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC last sell?

138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC last sold on May 10, 2021 for $675,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC?

138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2,165 square feet of living space and a 0.86-acre lot.

When was 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC built?

138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC was built in 2023, making it 3 years old.

What schools serve 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC?

138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC is assigned to Pickens High School (high), rated B-; Hagood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Pickens Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Pickens County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC compare to other homes in Sunset 29685?

Among the 1,537 homes in Sunset 29685, it is worth more than 95% of them ($5,544,848 against a typical $1,846,955), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($2561 against a typical $762), it is bigger than 49% of them (2,165 ft² against a typical 2,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.86 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2023 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Pickens County, it is worth more than almost all 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 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 138 River Ridge Rd, Sunset, SC was $36,127. The county assessed it at $160,900.

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