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$74,840$64 / 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 93How 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

3944 CANDLELITE DR

COLUMBIA, SC 29209
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,164 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$75K
$70K low$80K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,485 (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.$41,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$120,200

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.44
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.Raised Ranch
CountyRICHLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 334 ft²Porch · 68 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Burnside Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.7 mi
M
Crayton Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
A. C. Flora High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Richland School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 29209These 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.104
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 100.158

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,503
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.752 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,273
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,609
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

3944 Candlelite Dr 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 97% of homes in Columbia 29209
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Columbia 29209
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Columbia 29209
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Harlem
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Harlem

What homes are worth in Columbia 29209

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

This home
$64K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Columbia 29209.

How it measures up in Columbia 29209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 29209.

Estimated value$74,840
CheaperTypical $227,250Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$64
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,164 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 3944 Candlelite Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHarlemColumbia 29209Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,84018% of homes3% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6414% of homes4% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,164 ft²67% of homes16% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac90% of homes88% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than197392% of homes46% of homes36% of homes

About 3944 Candlelite Dr

How much is 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC is $74,840 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $69,536 to $80,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC last sell?

3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC?

3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,164 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC built?

3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC?

3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC is assigned to Burnside Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Crayton Middle School (middle), rated B; A. C. Flora High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Richland School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC compare to other homes in Columbia 29209?

Among the 12,482 homes in Columbia 29209, it is worth more than 3% of them ($74,840 against a typical $227,250), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($64 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,164 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1973 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 6% 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 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3944 Candlelite Dr, Columbia, SC was $1,485. The county assessed it at $41,800.

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