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$454,870$368 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $362,000 on Sep 26, 2019

486 SHELTER BAY DR

PROSPERITY, SC 29127
0
Baths
1,236 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.
0.53 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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$455K
$402K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$362,000 · Sep 26, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,970 (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.$19,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,088
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,112
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,406
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,000

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyNewberry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Porch · 240 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.

H
Mid - Carolina High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 mi
M
Mid - Carolina Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.6 mi
E
Little Mountain Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.8 mi

District: Newberry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29127These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.123

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.9,243
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,716
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,341
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

486 Shelter Bay 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 more than 84% of homes in Newberry County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Newberry County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Prosperity 29127
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Newberry County

What homes are worth in Prosperity 29127

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

This home
$78K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Prosperity 29127.

How it measures up in Prosperity 29127

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Prosperity 29127.

Estimated value$454,870
CheaperTypical $408,838Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $246Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,724 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 486 Shelter Bay Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeProsperity 29127Newberry County
Estimated valuepricier than$454,87057% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36888% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,236 ft²23% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac18% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than199438% of homes52% of homes

About 486 Shelter Bay Dr

How much is 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC is $454,870 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $401,771 to $507,969. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC last sell?

486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC last sold on Sep 26, 2019 for $362,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC?

486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC has 1,236 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC built?

486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC?

486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC is assigned to Mid - Carolina High School (high), rated C+; Mid - Carolina Middle School (middle), rated A; Little Mountain Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Newberry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC compare to other homes in Prosperity 29127?

Among the 4,855 homes in Prosperity 29127, it is worth more than 57% of them ($454,870 against a typical $408,838), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($368 against a typical $246), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,236 ft² against a typical 1,724 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 1.11 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1994 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Newberry County, it is worth more than 84% 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 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 486 Shelter Bay Dr, Prosperity, SC was $6,970. The county assessed it at $19,200.

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