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$84,066$61 / 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 94How 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

197 VELMAS DR

WESTMINSTER, SC 29693
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,380 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.
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$84K
$79K low$89K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$985 (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.$2,142 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$456
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,686
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,142
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$53,550

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.55
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.Ranch
CountyOconee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.75
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
West-Oak Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
West-Oak High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Orchard Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Oconee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29693These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.88

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.81%
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.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,309
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.90 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,822
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,765
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

197 Velmas 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 93% of homes in Oconee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Oconee County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Oconee County

What homes are worth in Westminster 29693

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

This home
$51K$872K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Westminster 29693.

How it measures up in Westminster 29693

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westminster 29693.

Estimated value$84,066
CheaperTypical $195,391Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$61
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,380 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,383 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.15 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 197 Velmas Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestminster 29693Oconee County
Estimated valuepricier than$84,06613% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$615% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,380 ft²50% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.75 ac36% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than19435% of homes4% of homes

About 197 Velmas Dr

How much is 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC is $84,066 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $79,103 to $89,029. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC last sell?

197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC last sold on Aug 30, 2013, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC?

197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,380 square feet of living space and a 0.75-acre lot.

When was 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC built?

197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC?

197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC is assigned to West-Oak Middle School (middle), rated B-; West-Oak High School (high), rated C-; Orchard Park Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Oconee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC compare to other homes in Westminster 29693?

Among the 9,129 homes in Westminster 29693, it is worth more than 13% of them ($84,066 against a typical $195,391), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($61 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,380 ft² against a typical 1,383 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 1.15 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1943 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Oconee County, it is worth more than 7% 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 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Velmas Dr, Westminster, SC was $985. The county assessed it at $2,142.

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