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$1,235,775$644 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $418,999 on Sep 8, 2014

285 FOREST TRL

ISLE OF PALMS, SC 29451
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,920 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$418,999 · Sep 8, 2014
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$630,775
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$504,620
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.53%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$530,000
AMERISAVE MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Dec 7, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$75,000
PNC BK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,636 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$19,270 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$565,600

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.76 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.98%

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.Ranch
CountyCharleston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 110 ft²Patio · 110 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

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
Sullivan's Island Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.4 mi
H
Wando High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi
M
Moultrie Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.5 mi

District: Charleston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29451These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.291

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.55%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.5,565
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$158,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,217
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°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.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

285 Forest 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.

  • Worth less than 81% of homes in Isle of Palms 29451
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Isle of Palms 29451
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Charleston County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Isle of Palms 29451

What homes are worth in Isle of Palms 29451

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

This home
$535K$6.2M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Isle of Palms 29451.

How it measures up in Isle of Palms 29451

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Isle of Palms 29451.

Estimated value$1,235,775
CheaperTypical $1,895,707Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$644
CheaperTypical $988Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,044 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 285 Forest Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIsle of Palms 29451Charleston County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,235,77519% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64410% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²46% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac67% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than197619% of homes33% of homes

About 285 Forest Trl

How much is 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC is $1,235,775 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,076,057 to $1,395,493. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC last sell?

285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC last sold on Sep 8, 2014 for $418,999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC?

285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC built?

285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC?

285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC is assigned to Sullivan's Island Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Wando High School (high), rated A+; Moultrie Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Charleston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC compare to other homes in Isle of Palms 29451?

Among the 4,578 homes in Isle of Palms 29451, it is worth more than 19% of them ($1,235,775 against a typical $1,895,707), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($644 against a typical $988), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 2,044 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1976 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Charleston County, it is worth more than 81% 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 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 285 Forest Trl, Isle Of Palms, SC was $1,636. The county assessed it at $19,270.

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