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$215,731$161 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

1503 FOREST TRACE DR

COLUMBIA, SC 29204
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,344 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$216K
$198K low$234K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,238 (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.$159,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$159,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,400

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.60
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.113 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyRICHLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 40 ft²

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
Satchel Ford Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
A. C. Flora High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Crayton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Richland School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 29204These 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.130
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 100.142

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.89%
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,510
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,913 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,311
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,372
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

1503 Forest Trace 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 75% of homes in Forest Trace
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Forest Trace
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Richland County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Forest Trace

What homes are worth in Columbia 29204

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

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$55K$1M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Columbia 29204.

How it measures up in Columbia 29204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 29204.

Estimated value$215,731
CheaperTypical $195,491Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,502 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 1503 Forest Trace Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest TraceColumbia 29204Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,73125% of homes56% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16126% of homes62% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²34% of homes39% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac40% of homes64% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than19818% of homes85% of homes44% of homes

About 1503 Forest Trace Dr

How much is 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC is $215,731 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $197,958 to $233,504. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC last sell?

1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC?

1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC built?

1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC?

1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC is assigned to Satchel Ford Elementary School (elementary); A. C. Flora High School (high), rated C+; Crayton Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Richland School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC compare to other homes in Columbia 29204?

Among the 6,586 homes in Columbia 29204, it is worth more than 56% of them ($215,731 against a typical $195,491), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($161 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,502 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1981 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 40% 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 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1503 Forest Trace Dr, Columbia, SC was $1,238. The county assessed it at $159,300.

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