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$164,331$158 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $154,000 on May 4, 2006

493 WHITE RIVER DR UNIT 28E

MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579
Building report
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,040 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$164K
$155K low$174K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · May 4, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,207 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,240
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$204,000

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.61
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyHorry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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

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
Pine Island Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Ocean Bay Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi
H
Carolina Forest High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Horry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29579These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.180

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.88%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,195 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,760
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,126
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

493 White River Dr Unit 28e 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 Myrtle Beach 29579
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in River Oaks Golf & Tennis Resort
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579
  • Older than 91% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579

What homes are worth in Myrtle Beach 29579

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

This home
$128K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579.

How it measures up in Myrtle Beach 29579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Myrtle Beach 29579.

Estimated value$164,331
CheaperTypical $358,097Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,910 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 493 White River Dr Unit 28e ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver Oaks Golf & Tennis ResortMyrtle Beach 29579Horry County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,33162% of homes5% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1589% of homes19% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²91% of homes6% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac53% of homes11% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than199542% of homes9% of homes39% of homes

About 493 White River Dr Unit 28e

How much is 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC is $164,331 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $154,589 to $174,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC last sell?

493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC last sold on May 4, 2006 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC?

493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC built?

493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC?

493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC is assigned to Pine Island Elementary School (elementary); Ocean Bay Middle School (middle), rated A+; Carolina Forest High School (high), rated B. All sit in Horry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC compare to other homes in Myrtle Beach 29579?

Among the 26,458 homes in Myrtle Beach 29579, it is worth more than 5% of them ($164,331 against a typical $358,097), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($158 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,910 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1995 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Horry County, it is worth more than 11% 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 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 493 White River Dr Unit 28e, Myrtle Beach, SC was $1,207.

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