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$73,960$44 / 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 72How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $30,000 on Feb 1, 2023

518 MERMAID WAY

SAINT STEPHEN, SC 29479
0
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.
1.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$74K
$53K low$95K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Feb 1, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,777 (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.$97,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$61,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,838
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$97,300

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.52
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyBERKELEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.46
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.Porch · 144 ft²

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
St. Stephen Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
St. Stephen Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
H
Timberland High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Berkeley County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29479These 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.164
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 100.414

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.7,743
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,299
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

518 Mermaid Way 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 Berkeley County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Berkeley County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Berkeley County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Saint Stephen 29479

What homes are worth in Saint Stephen 29479

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

This home
$65K$636K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Saint Stephen 29479.

How it measures up in Saint Stephen 29479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Stephen 29479.

Estimated value$73,960
CheaperTypical $217,624Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$44
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,604 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size1.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.05 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 2013Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 518 Mermaid Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Stephen 29479Berkeley County
Estimated valuepricier than$73,9604% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²55% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.46 ac60% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than201377% of homes59% of homes

About 518 Mermaid Way

How much is 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC is $73,960 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $52,943 to $94,977. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC last sell?

518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC last sold on Feb 1, 2023 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC?

518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC has 1,680 square feet of living space and a 1.46-acre lot.

When was 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC built?

518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC?

518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC is assigned to St. Stephen Middle School (middle), rated D+; St. Stephen Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Timberland High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Berkeley County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC compare to other homes in Saint Stephen 29479?

Among the 1,961 homes in Saint Stephen 29479, it is worth more than 4% of them ($73,960 against a typical $217,624), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($44 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,604 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (1.46 ac against a typical 1.05 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2013 against a typical 2013). Measured against all of Berkeley 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 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 Mermaid Way, Saint Stephen, SC was $1,777. The county assessed it at $97,300.

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