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$308,880$143 / 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 89How 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 $185,000 on Jul 31, 2013

1838 MERLE DR

ORANGEBURG, SC 29118
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,164 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.
1.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$309K
$276K low$342K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Jul 31, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,480 (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.$261,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$261,500

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.Ranch
CountyORANGEBURG
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Deck · 280 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Marshall Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Willam J. Clark Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Orangeburg Wilkinson High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Orangeburg County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29118These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.196

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.15,274
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,172
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,476
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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

1838 Merle 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 84% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Orangeburg 29118

What homes are worth in Orangeburg 29118

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

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$56K$634K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Orangeburg 29118.

How it measures up in Orangeburg 29118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orangeburg 29118.

Estimated value$308,880
CheaperTypical $225,026Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,164 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 1838 Merle Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrangeburg 29118Orangeburg County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,88076% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14370% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than2,164 ft²75% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.24 ac81% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than198754% of homes59% of homes

About 1838 Merle Dr

How much is 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC is $308,880 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $275,683 to $342,077. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC last sell?

1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC last sold on Jul 31, 2013 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC?

1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,164 square feet of living space and a 1.24-acre lot.

When was 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC built?

1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC?

1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC is assigned to Marshall Elementary School (elementary); Willam J. Clark Middle School (middle), rated C-; Orangeburg Wilkinson High School (high), rated F. All sit in Orangeburg County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC compare to other homes in Orangeburg 29118?

Among the 6,121 homes in Orangeburg 29118, it is worth more than 76% of them ($308,880 against a typical $225,026), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($143 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,164 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (1.24 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1987 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Orangeburg County, it is worth more than 84% 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 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1838 Merle Dr, Orangeburg, SC was $1,480. The county assessed it at $261,500.

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