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$841,782$246 / 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 93How 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 $385,000 on Oct 2, 2009

521 CAPITOL PL

COLUMBIA, SC 29205
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,423 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$842K
$782K low$902K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Oct 2, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,810 (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.$18,528 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$532,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$560,500

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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
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 · 720 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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 · 0.3 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

521 Capitol Pl 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 98% of homes in Richland County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Richland County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Richland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Shandon
  • Among the oldest 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.

This home
$56K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 91% 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$841,782
CheaperTypical $328,458Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area3,423 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,771 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 521 Capitol Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShandonColumbia 29205Richland County
Estimated valuepricier than$841,78293% of homes91% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24632% of homes63% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than3,423 ft²87% of homes82% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac69% of homes67% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than19238% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes

About 521 Capitol Pl

How much is 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC is $841,782 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $782,052 to $901,512. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC last sell?

521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC last sold on Oct 2, 2009 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC?

521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,423 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC built?

521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC?

521 Capitol Pl, 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 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC compare to other homes in Columbia 29205?

Among the 9,910 homes in Columbia 29205, it is worth more than 91% of them ($841,782 against a typical $328,458), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($246 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,423 ft² against a typical 1,771 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1923 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Richland County, it is worth more than 98% 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 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Capitol Pl, Columbia, SC was $3,810. The county assessed it at $18,528.

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