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$223,574$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 94How 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 $199,000 on May 13, 2024

437 HIGHWAY 78

RIDGEVILLE, SC 29472
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,000 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$224K
$210K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$199,000 · May 13, 2024
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.$223,574
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$178,859

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$724 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,562 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,963
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,599
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,562
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,050

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
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.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyDorchester
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2022
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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
Clay Hill Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Woodland Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.9 mi
H
Woodland High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.4 mi

District: Dorchester School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 29472These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.392

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,286
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,368
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%

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

437 Highway 78 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 95% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Ridgeville 29472
  • Older than 82% of homes in Dorchester County

What homes are worth in Ridgeville 29472

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

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$112K$949K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Ridgeville 29472.

How it measures up in Ridgeville 29472

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgeville 29472.

Estimated value$223,574
CheaperTypical $390,684Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 437 Highway 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeville 29472Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$223,57414% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22455% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,000 ft²13% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac4% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than198022% of homes18% of homes

About 437 Highway 78

How much is 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC is $223,574 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $209,919 to $237,229. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC last sell?

437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC last sold on May 13, 2024 for $199,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC?

437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,000 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC built?

437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC?

437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC is assigned to Clay Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Woodland Middle School (middle); Woodland High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Dorchester School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC compare to other homes in Ridgeville 29472?

Among the 3,208 homes in Ridgeville 29472, it is worth more than 14% of them ($223,574 against a typical $390,684), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($224 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,000 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1980 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Dorchester County, it is worth more than 5% 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 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC?

The 2022 property tax bill for 437 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC was $724. The county assessed it at $7,562.

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