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$112,367$70 / 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 79How 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

261 HIGHLAND AVE

SALEM, SC 29676
2
Baths
1,596 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.
1.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$112K
$88K low$136K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$109 (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.$1,037 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$479
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$558
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,037
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$25,930

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.70
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
98
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.37 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyOconee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.43
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
H
Wahalla High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
M
Wahalla Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 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 Highland 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 91% of homes in Salem 29676
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Salem 29676
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Salem 29676
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Salem 29676

What homes are worth in Salem 29676

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

This home
$57K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 9% 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.

Estimated value$112,367
CheaperTypical $542,375Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$70
CheaperTypical $279Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,997 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size1.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 261 Highland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 29676Oconee County
Estimated valuepricier than$112,3679% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$704% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²33% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.43 ac69% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than199047% of homes50% of homes

About 261 Highland Ave

How much is 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC is $112,367 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $88,336 to $136,398. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC?

261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC has 2 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 1.43-acre lot.

When was 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC built?

261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC?

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

How does 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC compare to other homes in Salem 29676?

Among the 4,377 homes in Salem 29676, it is worth more than 9% of them ($112,367 against a typical $542,375), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($70 against a typical $279), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,997 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (1.43 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1990 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Oconee County, it is worth more than 13% 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 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Highland Ave, Salem, SC was $109. The county assessed it at $1,037.

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