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$2,550,000$1,476 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,550,000 on May 19, 2022

509 W ASHLEY AVE

FOLLY BEACH, SC 29439
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,728 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.6M
$2.4M low$2.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,550,000 · May 19, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$36,534 (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.$2,600,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,327,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,273,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$153,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,600,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.49 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%

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.Bungalow
CountyCHARLESTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Deck · 128 ft²Patio · 450 ft²Porch · 352 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
James Island Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.9 mi
H
James Island Charter High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
M
Camp Road Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.9 mi

District: Charleston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29439These 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.185
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.281

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.45%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,348
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.168 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,012
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,412
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

509 W Ashley Ave 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 95% of homes in Folly Beach 29439
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Charleston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Folly Beach 29439
  • Older than 89% of homes in Charleston County

What homes are worth in Folly Beach 29439

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

This home
$456K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Folly Beach 29439.

How it measures up in Folly Beach 29439

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Folly Beach 29439.

Estimated value$2,550,000
CheaperTypical $1,096,864Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1476
CheaperTypical $693Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 509 W Ashley Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFolly Beach 29439Charleston County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,550,00095% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$147697% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²58% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac29% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than195017% of homes11% of homes

About 509 W Ashley Ave

How much is 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC is $2,550,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,434,216 to $2,665,784. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC last sell?

509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC last sold on May 19, 2022 for $2,550,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC?

509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC built?

509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC?

509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC is assigned to James Island Elementary School (elementary); James Island Charter High School (high), rated B+; Camp Road Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Charleston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC compare to other homes in Folly Beach 29439?

Among the 2,003 homes in Folly Beach 29439, it is worth more than 95% of them ($2,550,000 against a typical $1,096,864), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($1476 against a typical $693), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1950 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Charleston County, it is worth more than 95% 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 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC was $36,534. The county assessed it at $2,600,000.

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