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$281,793$224 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $155,000 on Feb 14, 2017

4159 GAINES MILL DR

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29420
2.5
Baths
1,258 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$282K
$268K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Feb 14, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,324 (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.$10,931 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,531
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,931
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,278

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDORCHESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Fort Dorchester High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
River Oaks Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Dorchester School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 29420These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.395

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,810
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,575 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,506
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

4159 Gaines Mill 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 83% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in North Charleston 29420
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in North Charleston 29420

What homes are worth in North Charleston 29420

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

This home
$175K$822K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in North Charleston 29420.

How it measures up in North Charleston 29420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Charleston 29420.

Estimated value$281,793
CheaperTypical $318,034Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,258 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,665 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 4159 Gaines Mill Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Charleston 29420Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,79333% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22480% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,258 ft²21% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac26% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than199449% of homes38% of homes

About 4159 Gaines Mill Dr

How much is 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC is $281,793 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $268,161 to $295,425. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC last sell?

4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC last sold on Feb 14, 2017 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC?

4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,258 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC built?

4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC?

4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC is assigned to Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary School (elementary); Fort Dorchester High School (high), rated C+; River Oaks Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Dorchester School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC compare to other homes in North Charleston 29420?

Among the 7,281 homes in North Charleston 29420, it is worth more than 33% of them ($281,793 against a typical $318,034), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($224 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,258 ft² against a typical 1,665 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1994 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Dorchester County, it is worth more than 17% 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 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4159 Gaines Mill Dr, North Charleston, SC was $1,324. The county assessed it at $10,931.

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