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Last sold for $710,000 on Aug 29, 2016

261 BUCKTHORN TRL

SALEM, SC 29676
4
Beds
7
Baths
1,620 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.
1.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$710,000 · Aug 29, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$29,667 (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.$92,032 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,941
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$72,091
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,032
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,300,799

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.75
94
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.140 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Contemporary
CountyOconee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.32
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
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

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.

E
Tamassee-Salem Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.0 mi
H
Wahalla High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.1 mi
M
Wahalla Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.3 mi

District: Oconee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29676These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,499
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,477
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 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

261 Buckthorn Trl 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.

  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Salem 29676
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Salem 29676
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Salem 29676

How it measures up in Salem 29676

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 29676.

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,013 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size1.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 261 Buckthorn Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 29676Oconee County
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²34% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.32 ac68% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than201894% of homes94% of homes

About 261 Buckthorn Trl

When did 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC last sell?

261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC last sold on Aug 29, 2016 for $710,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC?

261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC has 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 1.32-acre lot.

When was 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC built?

261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC?

261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC is assigned to Tamassee-Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Wahalla High School (high), rated C+; Wahalla Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Oconee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC compare to other homes in Salem 29676?

Among the 4,377 homes in Salem 29676, it is bigger than 34% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 2,013 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (1.32 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2018 against a typical 1991). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Buckthorn Trl, Salem, SC was $29,667. The county assessed it at $92,032.

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