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$74,676$66 / 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 75How 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 $25,000 on May 26, 2004

281 LAURA ST

BOWMAN, SC 29018
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,135 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$75K
$56K low$94K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · May 26, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,613 (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.$58,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,300

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.6 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.Single Family Residence
CountyORANGEBURG
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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(1)

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
Beathune-Bowman Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.0 mi
M
Beathune-Bowman Middle/High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Orangeburg County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29018These 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.145
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 100.277

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,994
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,405
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,306
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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

281 Laura St 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 83% of homes in Bowman 29018
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Bowman 29018
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Bowman 29018
  • Older than 80% of homes in Bowman 29018

What homes are worth in Bowman 29018

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

This home
$38K$611K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Bowman 29018.

How it measures up in Bowman 29018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bowman 29018.

Estimated value$74,676
CheaperTypical $162,505Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$66
CheaperTypical $104Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,135 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.05 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 281 Laura St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBowman 29018Orangeburg County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,67617% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6615% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,135 ft²36% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac8% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than196520% of homes23% of homes

About 281 Laura St

How much is 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC is $74,676 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $55,662 to $93,690. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC last sell?

281 Laura St, Bowman, SC last sold on May 26, 2004 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC?

281 Laura St, Bowman, SC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,135 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC built?

281 Laura St, Bowman, SC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC?

281 Laura St, Bowman, SC is assigned to Beathune-Bowman Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Beathune-Bowman Middle/High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Orangeburg County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC compare to other homes in Bowman 29018?

Among the 1,781 homes in Bowman 29018, it is worth more than 17% of them ($74,676 against a typical $162,505), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($66 against a typical $104), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,135 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 1.05 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1965 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Orangeburg County, it is worth more than 19% 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 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Laura St, Bowman, SC was $1,613. The county assessed it at $58,300.

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