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$202,815$113 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

144 BEN RUFUS DR

GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,794 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$203K
$179K low$227K high
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.$202,815
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$162,252

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$695 (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.$6,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,200

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
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.
23
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.Rural Residence
CountyGeorgetown
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 216 ft²

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

E
Sampit Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
M
Rosemary Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.8 mi
H
Andrews High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.1 mi

District: Georgetown County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29440These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.306

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.27,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.49 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,672
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,374
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

144 Ben Rufus 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 less than 78% of homes in Georgetown County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Georgetown County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Georgetown County

What homes are worth in Georgetown 29440

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

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$40K$2M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Georgetown 29440.

How it measures up in Georgetown 29440

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Georgetown 29440.

Estimated value$202,815
CheaperTypical $256,556Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,794 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 144 Ben Rufus Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGeorgetown 29440Georgetown County
Estimated valuepricier than$202,81538% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11327% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,794 ft²63% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac83% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than199456% of homes39% of homes

About 144 Ben Rufus Dr

How much is 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC is $202,815 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $178,973 to $226,657. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC last sell?

144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC last sold on Jul 11, 1990, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC?

144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,794 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC built?

144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC?

144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC is assigned to Sampit Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Rosemary Middle School (middle), rated D; Andrews High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Georgetown County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC compare to other homes in Georgetown 29440?

Among the 14,214 homes in Georgetown 29440, it is worth more than 38% of them ($202,815 against a typical $256,556), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($113 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,794 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1994 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Georgetown County, it is worth more than 22% 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 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 144 Ben Rufus Dr, Georgetown, SC was $695. The county assessed it at $6,490.

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