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$109,959$108 / 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 82How 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 $36,500 on Feb 12, 2007

189 CORTEZ DR

SANTEE, SC 29142
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,020 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$110K
$90K low$130K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,500 · Feb 12, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,113 (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.$101,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$92,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$101,600

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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.1.00
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 15 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.

H
Lake Marion High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Lake Marion Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
E
Elloree Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.0 mi

District: Orangeburg County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29142These 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.124
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 100.315

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.3,907
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,192
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,546
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

189 Cortez 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 less than 79% of homes in Santee 29142
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Santee 29142
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Santee 29142
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Santee 29142
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Orangeburg County

What homes are worth in Santee 29142

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

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$52K$797K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Santee 29142.

How it measures up in Santee 29142

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Santee 29142.

Estimated value$109,959
CheaperTypical $242,142Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 189 Cortez Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSantee 29142Orangeburg County
Estimated valuepricier than$109,95921% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10830% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,020 ft²19% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac76% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than199973% of homes83% of homes

About 189 Cortez Dr

How much is 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC is $109,959 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $90,319 to $129,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC last sell?

189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC last sold on Feb 12, 2007 for $36,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC?

189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,020 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC built?

189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC?

189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC is assigned to Lake Marion High School (high), rated F; Lake Marion Middle School (middle), rated C-; Elloree Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Orangeburg County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC compare to other homes in Santee 29142?

Among the 2,577 homes in Santee 29142, it is worth more than 21% of them ($109,959 against a typical $242,142), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($108 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,020 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1999 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Orangeburg County, it is worth more than 32% 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 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 189 Cortez Dr, Santee, SC was $2,113. The county assessed it at $101,600.

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