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$260,359$182 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $139,000 on Dec 6, 2017

161 RUTH DR

GAFFNEY, SC 29341
0
Baths
1,428 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.
1.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$260K
$242K low$279K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,000 · Dec 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$831 (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.$6,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$169,200

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.9 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.minimal

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
CountyCherokee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Grassy Pond Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Gaffney High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Gaffney Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Cherokee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29341These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.88

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,982
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.224 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,047
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,524
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

161 Ruth 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 69% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Cherokee County

What homes are worth in Gaffney 29341

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

This home
$62K$585K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Gaffney 29341.

How it measures up in Gaffney 29341

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gaffney 29341.

Estimated value$260,359
CheaperTypical $247,487Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,557 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size1.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.99 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 161 Ruth Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGaffney 29341Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,35954% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18275% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²41% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.22 ac64% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than199253% of homes60% of homes

About 161 Ruth Dr

How much is 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC is $260,359 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $241,917 to $278,801. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC last sell?

161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC last sold on Dec 6, 2017 for $139,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC?

161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC has 1,428 square feet of living space and a 1.22-acre lot.

When was 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC built?

161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC?

161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC is assigned to Grassy Pond Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Gaffney High School (high), rated D+; Gaffney Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Cherokee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC compare to other homes in Gaffney 29341?

Among the 7,507 homes in Gaffney 29341, it is worth more than 54% of them ($260,359 against a typical $247,487), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($182 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,557 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.22 ac against a typical 0.99 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1992 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 69% 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 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC was $831. The county assessed it at $6,180.

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