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$592,538$210 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $400,000 on Dec 7, 2017

1638 PORTWEST DR

MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,824 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$593K
$551K low$634K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Dec 7, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,649 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,137
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$603,418

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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.49%

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
CountyHorry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 128 ft²

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.

E
River Oaks Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Ocean Bay Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Carolina Forest High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi

District: Horry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29579These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.180

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.88%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,195 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,760
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,126
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

1638 Portwest 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 89% of homes in Horry County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Horry County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Horry County

What homes are worth in Myrtle Beach 29579

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

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$128K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579.

How it measures up in Myrtle Beach 29579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Myrtle Beach 29579.

Estimated value$592,538
CheaperTypical $358,097Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area2,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,910 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 1638 Portwest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMyrtle Beach 29579Horry County
Estimated valuepricier than$592,53886% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21072% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,824 ft²83% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac75% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than200749% of homes69% of homes

About 1638 Portwest Dr

How much is 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC is $592,538 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $550,875 to $634,201. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC last sell?

1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC last sold on Dec 7, 2017 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC?

1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,824 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC built?

1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC?

1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC is assigned to River Oaks Elementary School (elementary); Ocean Bay Middle School (middle), rated A+; Carolina Forest High School (high), rated B. All sit in Horry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC compare to other homes in Myrtle Beach 29579?

Among the 26,458 homes in Myrtle Beach 29579, it is worth more than 86% of them ($592,538 against a typical $358,097), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($210 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,824 ft² against a typical 1,910 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (2007 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Horry County, it is worth more than 89% 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 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1638 Portwest Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC was $1,649.

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