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$952,671$756 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $6,666 on Sep 23, 2016

159 SMITH ST

CHARLESTON, SC 29403
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,260 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$953K
$710K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$6,666 · Sep 23, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$282 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$425,880

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.71 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%

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
CountyCHARLESTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(17)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Simmons-Pinckney Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Burke High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Memminger School Of Global Studies
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Charleston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29403These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.337

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.22,498
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,949 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,730
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,723
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°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.63%

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How this home compares

159 Smith St 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 72% of homes in Charleston County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Charleston County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Charleston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Charleston County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Charleston 29403

What homes are worth in Charleston 29403

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

This home
$317K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Charleston 29403.

How it measures up in Charleston 29403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 29403.

Estimated value$952,671
CheaperTypical $906,684Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$756
CheaperTypical $645Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,549 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 159 Smith St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRadcliffeboroughCharleston 29403Charleston County
Estimated valuepricier than$952,67153% of homes55% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$75655% of homes70% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²41% of homes33% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²48% of homes44% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than197160% of homes72% of homes28% of homes

About 159 Smith St

How much is 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC is $952,671 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $710,477 to $1,194,865. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC last sell?

159 Smith St, Charleston, SC last sold on Sep 23, 2016 for $6,666, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC?

159 Smith St, Charleston, SC has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC built?

159 Smith St, Charleston, SC was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC?

159 Smith St, Charleston, SC is assigned to Simmons-Pinckney Middle School (middle), rated C-; Burke High School (high), rated F; Memminger School Of Global Studies (elementary). All sit in Charleston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC compare to other homes in Charleston 29403?

Among the 6,405 homes in Charleston 29403, it is worth more than 55% of them ($952,671 against a typical $906,684), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($756 against a typical $645), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,549 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1971 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Charleston County, it is worth more than 72% 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 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Smith St, Charleston, SC was $282.

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