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$817,870$296 / 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 94How 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 $420,000 on Apr 27, 2016

520 SIMS AVE

COLUMBIA, SC 29205
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,764 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.
1,960 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$818K
$771K low$865K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$420,000 · Apr 27, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,089 (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.$482,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$482,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$641,200

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Yes
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.Porch · 90 ft²

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.

H
Dreher High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Hand Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Rosewood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 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

520 Sims 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 97% of homes in Richland County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Richland County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Richland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Richland County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Shandon

What homes are worth in Columbia 29205

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

This home
$56K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 90% 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$817,870
CheaperTypical $328,458Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$296
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area2,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,771 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 520 Sims Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShandonColumbia 29205Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$817,87091% of homes90% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29675% of homes88% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,764 ft²75% of homes74% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,960 ft²8% of homes13% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than198593% of homes91% of homes48% of homes

About 520 Sims Ave

How much is 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC is $817,870 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $770,745 to $864,995. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC last sell?

520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC last sold on Apr 27, 2016 for $420,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC?

520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,764 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC built?

520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC?

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

How does 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC compare to other homes in Columbia 29205?

Among the 9,910 homes in Columbia 29205, it is worth more than 90% of them ($817,870 against a typical $328,458), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($296 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,764 ft² against a typical 1,771 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (1985 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Richland 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 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Sims Ave, Columbia, SC was $3,089. The county assessed it at $482,100.

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