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$167,108$196 / 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 91How 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 $110,000 on May 12, 2016

512 S PROSPECT ST

COLUMBIA, SC 29205
2
Beds
1
Baths
852 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$167K
$152K low$182K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · May 12, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$898 (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.$125,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,400

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyRICHLAND
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Patio · 136 ft²Porch · 112 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
Rosewood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Dreher High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Hand Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Richland School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 29205These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.151

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.24,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,785 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,825
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,282
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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

512 S Prospect St 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 82% of homes in Columbia 29205
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Richland County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Richland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in South Kilbourne
  • Older than 94% of homes in Richland County

What homes are worth in Columbia 29205

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

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$55K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Columbia 29205.

How it measures up in Columbia 29205

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 29205.

Estimated value$167,108
CheaperTypical $329,170Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area852 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,769 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 512 S Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth KilbourneColumbia 29205Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$167,10835% of homes18% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19678% of homes37% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than852 ft²9% of homes7% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac76% of homes70% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than19427% of homes39% of homes6% of homes

About 512 S Prospect St

How much is 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC is $167,108 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $152,110 to $182,106. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC last sell?

512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC last sold on May 12, 2016 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC?

512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 852 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC built?

512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC?

512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC is assigned to Rosewood Elementary School (elementary); Dreher High School (high), rated B-; Hand Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Richland School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC compare to other homes in Columbia 29205?

Among the 9,910 homes in Columbia 29205, it is worth more than 18% of them ($167,108 against a typical $329,170), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($196 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 7% of them (852 ft² against a typical 1,769 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1942 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 24% 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 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 512 S Prospect St, Columbia, SC was $898. The county assessed it at $125,400.

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