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$493,493$152 / 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 86How 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
Last sold for $23,000 on Nov 19, 2009

1626 MENDEL RIVERS RD

SAINT STEPHEN, SC 29479
0
Baths
3,257 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.
1.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$493K
$425K low$562K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,000 · Nov 19, 2009
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.$493,493
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$394,794

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,617 (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.$351,995 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,215
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$311,780
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$386,000

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.52
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyBERKELEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.05
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Timberland High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
St. Stephen Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi
M
St. Stephen Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Berkeley County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29479These 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.164
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 100.414

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.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,743
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,299
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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.63%

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

1626 Mendel Rivers 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.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Saint Stephen 29479
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Berkeley County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Saint Stephen 29479
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Berkeley County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Saint Stephen 29479

What homes are worth in Saint Stephen 29479

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

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$72K$656K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Saint Stephen 29479.

How it measures up in Saint Stephen 29479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Stephen 29479.

Estimated value$493,493
CheaperTypical $235,842Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area3,257 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,604 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size1.05 ac
SmallerTypical 1.05 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 2013Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Stephen 29479Berkeley County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,49393% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15251% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than3,257 ft²98% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.05 ac50% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than202190% of homes84% of homes

About 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd

How much is 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC is $493,493 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $424,969 to $562,017. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC last sell?

1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC last sold on Nov 19, 2009 for $23,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC?

1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC has 3,257 square feet of living space and a 1.05-acre lot.

When was 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC built?

1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC was built in 2021, making it 5 years old.

What schools serve 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC?

1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC is assigned to Timberland High School (high), rated D+; St. Stephen Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; St. Stephen Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Berkeley County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC compare to other homes in Saint Stephen 29479?

Among the 1,961 homes in Saint Stephen 29479, it is worth more than 93% of them ($493,493 against a typical $235,842), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($152 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,257 ft² against a typical 1,604 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1.05 ac against a typical 1.05 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2021 against a typical 2013). Measured against all of Berkeley County, it is worth more than 76% 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 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1626 Mendel Rivers Rd, Saint Stephen, SC was $1,617. The county assessed it at $351,995.

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