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$124,185$124 / 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 $55,000 on Mar 26, 1998

255 ORCHID DR

SWANSEA, SC 29160
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,002 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.
9.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$124K
$101K low$147K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Mar 26, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$625 (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.$4,092 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,058
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,034
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,051

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.30 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.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.Rural Residence
CountyLEXINGTON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.51
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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(2)

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.

H
Swansea High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Sandhills Primary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 2.8 mi
M
Sandhills Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.4 mi

District: Lexington School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 29160These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.161

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.9,333
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.75 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,236
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,814
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

255 Orchid 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 86% of homes in Lexington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Swansea 29160
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Lexington County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Lexington County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Lexington County

What homes are worth in Swansea 29160

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

This home
$31K$487K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Swansea 29160.

How it measures up in Swansea 29160

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swansea 29160.

Estimated value$124,185
CheaperTypical $127,375Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $90Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,002 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size9.51 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 255 Orchid Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwansea 29160Lexington County
Estimated valuepricier than$124,18549% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12475% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,002 ft²21% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.51 ac83% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than195010% of homes5% of homes

About 255 Orchid Dr

How much is 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC is $124,185 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $101,071 to $147,299. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC last sell?

255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC last sold on Mar 26, 1998 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC?

255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,002 square feet of living space and a 9.51-acre lot.

When was 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC built?

255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC?

255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC is assigned to Swansea High School (high), rated D-; Sandhills Primary School (elementary); Sandhills Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Lexington School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC compare to other homes in Swansea 29160?

Among the 3,624 homes in Swansea 29160, it is worth more than 49% of them ($124,185 against a typical $127,375), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($124 against a typical $90), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,002 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (9.51 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1950 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Lexington County, it is worth more than 14% 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 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Orchid Dr, Swansea, SC was $625. The county assessed it at $4,092.

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