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$355,427$268 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

188 THOMAS RD

DORCHESTER, SC 29437
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,328 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.
8.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$355K
$339K low$372K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$922 (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.$12,424 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,107
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,317
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,424
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,709

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyDorchester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.53
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.

M
Woodland Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
H
Woodland High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi
E
Harleyville Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.4 mi

District: Dorchester School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 29437These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.367

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,017
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,573
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,253
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°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%

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How this home compares

188 Thomas 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Dorchester County

What homes are worth in Dorchester 29437

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

This home
$96K$811K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Dorchester 29437.

How it measures up in Dorchester 29437

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dorchester 29437.

Estimated value$355,427
CheaperTypical $321,443Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,644 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size8.53 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 188 Thomas Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorchester 29437Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$355,42758% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26884% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²31% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.53 ac83% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than197928% of homes15% of homes

About 188 Thomas Rd

How much is 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC is $355,427 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $339,021 to $371,833. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC?

188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,328 square feet of living space and a 8.53-acre lot.

When was 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC built?

188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC?

188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC is assigned to Woodland Middle School (middle), rated C+; Woodland High School (high), rated D; Harleyville Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Dorchester School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC compare to other homes in Dorchester 29437?

Among the 771 homes in Dorchester 29437, it is worth more than 58% of them ($355,427 against a typical $321,443), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($268 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,644 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (8.53 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1979 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Dorchester County, it is worth more than 41% 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 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 188 Thomas Rd, Dorchester, SC was $922. The county assessed it at $12,424.

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