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Last sold for $259,600 on Aug 25, 2023

257 CALIFORNIA AVE

SPARTANBURG, SC 29303
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,471 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.
2.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$259,600 · Aug 25, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,491 (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.$15,576 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,838
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,738
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,576
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,600

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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
CountySpartanburg
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.44
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
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.Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 196 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
Drayton Mills Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.4 mi
H
Spartanburg High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
McCracken Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Spartanburg School District 7

Neighborhood · ZIP 29303These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.11%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,142
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.985 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,329
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,664
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

257 California 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.

  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Spartanburg 29303
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Spartanburg 29303
  • Older than 92% of homes in Spartanburg County

How it measures up in Spartanburg 29303

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spartanburg 29303.

Living area1,471 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size2.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 257 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpartanburg 29303Spartanburg County
Living areabigger than1,471 ft²65% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.44 ac94% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than193910% of homes8% of homes

About 257 California Ave

When did 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC last sell?

257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC last sold on Aug 25, 2023 for $259,600, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC?

257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,471 square feet of living space and a 2.44-acre lot.

When was 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC built?

257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC?

257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC is assigned to Drayton Mills Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Spartanburg High School (high), rated C+; McCracken Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Spartanburg School District 7. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC compare to other homes in Spartanburg 29303?

Among the 8,943 homes in Spartanburg 29303, it is bigger than 65% of them (1,471 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (2.44 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1939 against a typical 1970). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 California Ave, Spartanburg, SC was $6,491. The county assessed it at $15,576.

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