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$1,002,863$339 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $80,000 on Dec 20, 2012

197 BIG WATER VW

RIDGEWAY, SC 29130
0
Baths
2,960 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.
1.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1M
$827K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Dec 20, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$722,863
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$578,290
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.32%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$280,000
FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO · recorded Jan 5, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,424 (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.$25,796 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,516
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,996
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$644,900

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

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
CountyFairfield
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.19
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Geiger Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 10.8 mi
H
Fairfield Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 17.4 mi
M
Fairfield Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 17.5 mi

District: Fairfield County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29130These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.79%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,443
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,877
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,079
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

197 Big Water Vw 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Fairfield County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Fairfield County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Fairfield County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Fairfield County
  • Among the newest homes in Fairfield County

What homes are worth in Ridgeway 29130

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

This home
$40K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Ridgeway 29130.

How it measures up in Ridgeway 29130

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgeway 29130.

Estimated value$1,002,863
CheaperTypical $320,986Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$339
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area2,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size1.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 197 Big Water Vw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeway 29130Fairfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,002,86396% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33988% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,960 ft²86% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.19 ac59% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 197 Big Water Vw

How much is 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC is $1,002,863 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $826,732 to $1,178,994. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC last sell?

197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC last sold on Dec 20, 2012 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC?

197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC has 2,960 square feet of living space and a 1.19-acre lot.

When was 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC built?

197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC?

197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC is assigned to Geiger Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Fairfield Central High School (high), rated C-; Fairfield Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Fairfield County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC compare to other homes in Ridgeway 29130?

Among the 3,786 homes in Ridgeway 29130, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,002,863 against a typical $320,986), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($339 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,960 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (1.19 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Fairfield County, it is worth more than almost all 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 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Big Water Vw, Ridgeway, SC was $4,424. The county assessed it at $25,796.

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