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$285,901$170 / 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 81How 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

5001 WATERGATE DR

MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$286K
$230K low$341K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,429 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,762
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,061

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.55
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
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.
36
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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%
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.Duplex Single
CountyHORRY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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.Raised (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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 18 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Socastee Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Socastee High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Forestbrook Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Horry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29588These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.205

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,964
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,308 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,001
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

5001 Watergate 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Horry County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29588
  • Older than 98% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29588

What homes are worth in Myrtle Beach 29588

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

This home
$107K$730K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29588.

How it measures up in Myrtle Beach 29588

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Myrtle Beach 29588.

Estimated value$285,901
CheaperTypical $307,650Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,630 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 5001 Watergate Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMyrtle Beach 29588Horry County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,90140% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17034% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²53% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac80% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than19742% of homes10% of homes

About 5001 Watergate Dr

How much is 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC is $285,901 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $230,366 to $341,436. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC last sell?

5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC last sold on Feb 19, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC?

5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC built?

5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC?

5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC is assigned to Socastee Elementary School (elementary); Socastee High School (high), rated B-; Forestbrook Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Horry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC compare to other homes in Myrtle Beach 29588?

Among the 22,184 homes in Myrtle Beach 29588, it is worth more than 40% of them ($285,901 against a typical $307,650), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($170 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,630 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1974 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Horry County, it is worth more than 41% 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 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5001 Watergate Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC was $2,429.

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