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$219,523$102 / 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 92How 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

242 RIVER HILLS RD

UNION, SC 29379
2
Baths
2,158 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.
1.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$220K
$203K low$236K high
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.$219,523
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$175,618

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,048 (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.$6,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,890
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,870
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,700

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.45
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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
CountyUNION
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.84
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.

E
Buffalo Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.7 mi
M
Sims Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
H
Union County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi

District: Union County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29379These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

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.87%
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.23%
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.18,493
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.72 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,299
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,588
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.61%

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

242 River Hills Rd 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 more than 76% of homes in Union 29379
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Union 29379

What homes are worth in Union 29379

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

This home
$53K$433K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Union 29379.

How it measures up in Union 29379

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Union 29379.

Estimated value$219,523
CheaperTypical $150,584Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,158 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,258 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size1.84 ac
SmallerTypical 2.26 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

How 242 River Hills Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUnion 29379Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$219,52376% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10238% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than2,158 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.84 ac44% of homes40% of homes

About 242 River Hills Rd

How much is 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC is $219,523 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $202,577 to $236,469. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC last sell?

242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC last sold on Aug 15, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC?

242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC has 2 bathrooms, 2,158 square feet of living space and a 1.84-acre lot.

What schools serve 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC?

242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC is assigned to Buffalo Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Sims Middle School (middle), rated B-; Union County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Union County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC compare to other homes in Union 29379?

Among the 7,969 homes in Union 29379, it is worth more than 76% of them ($219,523 against a typical $150,584), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($102 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,158 ft² against a typical 1,258 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 44% of them (1.84 ac against a typical 2.26 ac). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 76% 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 River Hills Rd, Union, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 River Hills Rd, Union, SC was $2,048. The county assessed it at $6,470.

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