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$4,943,310$1,477 / 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 92How 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 $3,325,000 on Nov 3, 2022

522 PALMER WAY

SUNSET, SC 29685
4
Beds
7 / 5
Baths
3,347 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.
0.91 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.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$4.9M
$4.5M low$5.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,325,000 · Nov 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,879 (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.$152,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,840
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$133,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$5,892,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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.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
CountyPickens
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.91
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 179 ft²Porch · 1,218 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(3)

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
Pickens High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi
E
Hagood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.6 mi
M
Pickens Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.6 mi

District: Pickens County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29685These 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.171
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,844
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,435
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 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

522 Palmer 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 most valuable homes in Pickens County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Pickens County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Pickens County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Sunset 29685
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Pickens County

What homes are worth in Sunset 29685

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

This home
$115K$6.6M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Sunset 29685.

How it measures up in Sunset 29685

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sunset 29685.

Estimated value$4,943,310
CheaperTypical $1,691,097Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1477
CheaperTypical $748Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area3,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,203 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.91 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 522 Palmer Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset 29685Pickens County
Estimated valuepricier than$4,943,31093% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$147791% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,347 ft²82% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.91 ac26% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than201370% of homes85% of homes

About 522 Palmer Way

How much is 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC is $4,943,310 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $4,525,860 to $5,360,760. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC last sell?

522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC last sold on Nov 3, 2022 for $3,325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC?

522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC has 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 3,347 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC built?

522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC?

522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC is assigned to Pickens High School (high), rated C; Hagood Elementary School (elementary); Pickens Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Pickens County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC compare to other homes in Sunset 29685?

Among the 1,537 homes in Sunset 29685, it is worth more than 93% of them ($4,943,310 against a typical $1,691,097), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($1477 against a typical $748), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,347 ft² against a typical 2,203 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.91 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2013 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Pickens County, it is worth more than almost all 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 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 522 Palmer Way, Sunset, SC was $16,879. The county assessed it at $152,960.

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