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$41,324$43 / 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 73How 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
Last sold for $500 on Feb 14, 2023

229 SIMS ST

WHITMIRE, SC 29178
0
Baths
952 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$41K
$30K low$52K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500 · Feb 14, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$440 (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.$952 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$884
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$828
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$16,900

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.
15
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.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
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
CountyNewberry
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 118 ft²

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

E
Whitmire Community School
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Newberry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29178These 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.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.111

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.7.8%
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.3,377
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,078
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,588
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.63%

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How this home compares

229 Sims St 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 97% of homes in Newberry County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Newberry County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Newberry County

What homes are worth in Whitmire 29178

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

This home
$27K$446K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Whitmire 29178.

How it measures up in Whitmire 29178

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whitmire 29178.

Estimated value$41,324
CheaperTypical $80,883Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$43
CheaperTypical $58Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,197 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

How 229 Sims St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitmire 29178Newberry County
Estimated valuepricier than$41,32415% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4323% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than952 ft²23% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac63% of homes51% of homes

About 229 Sims St

How much is 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC is $41,324 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $30,229 to $52,419. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC last sell?

229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC last sold on Feb 14, 2023 for $500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC?

229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC is assigned to Whitmire Community School (elementary). All sit in Newberry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC compare to other homes in Whitmire 29178?

Among the 1,612 homes in Whitmire 29178, it is worth more than 15% of them ($41,324 against a typical $80,883), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($43 against a typical $58), it is bigger than 23% of them (952 ft² against a typical 1,197 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 63% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac). Measured against all of Newberry County, it is worth more than 3% 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 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 Sims St, Whitmire, SC was $440. The county assessed it at $952.

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