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$1,740,388$853 / 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 $1,197,000 on Oct 17, 2023

518 TURTLEHEAD DR

SALEM, SC 29676
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,040 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,197,000 · Oct 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,791 (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.$45,670 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,904
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$24,766
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,141,760

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.63
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Bungalow
CountyOconee
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.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Tamassee-Salem Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.8 mi
H
Wahalla High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.9 mi
M
Wahalla Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.2 mi

District: Oconee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29676These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.76%
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.6.9%
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.6,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,499
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,477
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

518 Turtlehead 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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Oconee County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Oconee County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Oconee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Oconee County

What homes are worth in Salem 29676

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

This home
$69K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Salem 29676.

How it measures up in Salem 29676

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 29676.

Estimated value$1,740,388
CheaperTypical $555,344Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$853
CheaperTypical $290Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,998 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 518 Turtlehead Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 29676Oconee County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,740,38890% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$85396% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²51% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac36% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than199150% of homes52% of homes

About 518 Turtlehead Dr

How much is 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC is $1,740,388 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,647,247 to $1,833,529. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC last sell?

518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC last sold on Oct 17, 2023 for $1,197,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC?

518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC built?

518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC?

518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC is assigned to Tamassee-Salem Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Wahalla High School (high), rated C+; Wahalla Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Oconee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC compare to other homes in Salem 29676?

Among the 4,377 homes in Salem 29676, it is worth more than 90% of them ($1,740,388 against a typical $555,344), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($853 against a typical $290), it is bigger than 51% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,998 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1991 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Oconee County, it is worth more than 97% 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 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 Turtlehead Dr, Salem, SC was $4,791. The county assessed it at $45,670.

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