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$215,068$181 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $209,000 on May 5, 2025

178 FORESTVIEW CIR

COLUMBIA, SC 29212
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,188 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$215K
$203K low$227K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$209,000 · May 5, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,227 (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.$4,020 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$164,800

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Raised Ranch
CountyRICHLAND
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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
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 · 240 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
Harbison West Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Irmo High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Irmo Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Lexington School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 29212These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,288
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,061 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,393
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,472
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

178 Forestview Cir 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 77% of homes in Columbia 29212
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Columbia 29212
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Columbia 29212

What homes are worth in Columbia 29212

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

This home
$129K$822K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Columbia 29212.

How it measures up in Columbia 29212

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 29212.

Estimated value$215,068
CheaperTypical $279,238Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,988 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 178 Forestview Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 29212Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,06823% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18190% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,188 ft²6% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac44% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than198550% of homes48% of homes

About 178 Forestview Cir

How much is 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC is $215,068 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $203,343 to $226,793. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC last sell?

178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC last sold on May 5, 2025 for $209,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC?

178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,188 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC built?

178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC?

178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC is assigned to Harbison West Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Irmo High School (high), rated C; Irmo Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Lexington School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC compare to other homes in Columbia 29212?

Among the 10,735 homes in Columbia 29212, it is worth more than 23% of them ($215,068 against a typical $279,238), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($181 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,188 ft² against a typical 1,988 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1985 against a typical 1985). 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 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Forestview Cir, Columbia, SC was $1,227. The county assessed it at $4,020.

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