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$126,754$171 / 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 49How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Sep 18, 2024

5159 HIGHWAY 17A S

RIDGEVILLE, SC 29472
2
Beds
1
Baths
740 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$127K
$62K low$191K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Sep 18, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$30,754
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$24,603
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.76%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$96,000
CAROLINA ONE MORTGAGE · recorded Sep 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,859 (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.$8,329 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,929
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,329
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,824

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.51
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyDORCHESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
East Edisto Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi
E
Sand Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 7.8 mi
H
Ashley Ridge High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.5 mi

District: Dorchester School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 29472These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.392

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.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,286
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,368
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5159 Highway 17a S 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Dorchester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Among the smallest homes in Dorchester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Ridgeville 29472
  • Older than 68% of homes in Ridgeville 29472

What homes are worth in Ridgeville 29472

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

This home
$112K$949K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Ridgeville 29472.

How it measures up in Ridgeville 29472

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgeville 29472.

Estimated value$126,754
CheaperTypical $390,684Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1.42 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 5159 Highway 17a S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeville 29472Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$126,7543% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17124% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than740 ft²5% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac8% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than198932% of homes32% of homes

About 5159 Highway 17a S

How much is 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC is $126,754 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $62,387 to $191,121. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC last sell?

5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC last sold on Sep 18, 2024 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC?

5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 740 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC built?

5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC?

5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC is assigned to East Edisto Middle School (middle), rated B; Sand Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Ashley Ridge High School (high), rated A. All sit in Dorchester School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC compare to other homes in Ridgeville 29472?

Among the 3,208 homes in Ridgeville 29472, it is worth more than 3% of them ($126,754 against a typical $390,684), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($171 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 5% of them (740 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 1.42 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1989 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Dorchester County, it is worth more than almost no 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 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5159 Highway 17a S, Ridgeville, SC was $1,859. The county assessed it at $8,329.

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