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$257,045$167 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $136,500 on Jan 13, 2006

256 FOREST AVE

GEORGETOWN, SC 29440
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,538 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.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$257K
$239K low$275K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,500 · Jan 13, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,024 (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.$6,955 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,097
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,858
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,100

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.56
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
49
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.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.84 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.58%

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
CountyGeorgetown
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 498 ft²Patio · 498 ft²Porch · 85 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Kensington Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Georgetown Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Georgetown High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Georgetown County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29440These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.306

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.49 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,672
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,374
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

256 Forest 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 71% of homes in Georgetown County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Georgetown County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Georgetown County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Georgetown County

What homes are worth in Georgetown 29440

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

This home
$42K$2M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Georgetown 29440.

How it measures up in Georgetown 29440

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Georgetown 29440.

Estimated value$257,045
CheaperTypical $266,762Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,538 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 256 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGeorgetown 29440Georgetown County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,04548% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16752% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,538 ft²49% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac82% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than196024% of homes13% of homes

About 256 Forest Ave

How much is 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC is $257,045 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $238,843 to $275,247. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC last sell?

256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC last sold on Jan 13, 2006 for $136,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC?

256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,538 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC built?

256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC?

256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC is assigned to Kensington Elementary School (elementary); Georgetown Middle School (middle), rated B-; Georgetown High School (high), rated D. All sit in Georgetown County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC compare to other homes in Georgetown 29440?

Among the 14,211 homes in Georgetown 29440, it is worth more than 48% of them ($257,045 against a typical $266,762), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($167 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,538 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1960 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Georgetown County, it is worth more than 29% 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 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Forest Ave, Georgetown, SC was $1,024. The county assessed it at $6,955.

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