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$129,200$95 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $84,000 on Aug 29, 2002

242 LESTER AVE

FLORENCE, SC 29501
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,364 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.
0.29 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$129K
$105K low$153K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Aug 29, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,075 (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.$4,677 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,277
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$116,936

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.9
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Conventional
CountyFLORENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
North Vista Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Williams Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Wilson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Florence School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 29501These 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.93
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 100.200

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.46,857
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.857 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,907
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,284
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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%

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How this home compares

242 Lester Ave 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 Florence 29501
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Florence 29501
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Florence 29501
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Florence County

What homes are worth in Florence 29501

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

This home
$35K$709K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Florence 29501.

How it measures up in Florence 29501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Florence 29501.

Estimated value$129,200
CheaperTypical $229,896Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$95
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,364 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,752 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 242 Lester Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFlorence 29501Florence County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,20021% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9520% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,364 ft²29% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac41% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than197946% of homes45% of homes

About 242 Lester Ave

How much is 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC is $129,200 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $105,012 to $153,388. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC last sell?

242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC last sold on Aug 29, 2002 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC?

242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,364 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC built?

242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC?

242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC is assigned to North Vista Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Williams Middle School (middle), rated D+; Wilson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Florence School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC compare to other homes in Florence 29501?

Among the 17,326 homes in Florence 29501, it is worth more than 21% of them ($129,200 against a typical $229,896), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($95 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,364 ft² against a typical 1,752 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1979 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Florence 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 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Lester Ave, Florence, SC was $2,075. The county assessed it at $4,677.

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