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$445,873$392 / 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 90How 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 $186,000 on May 19, 2015

5255 E DOLPHIN ST

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29405
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,138 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$446K
$403K low$489K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$186,000 · May 19, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,956 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,840 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$248,800

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.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.98%

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.Ranch
CountyCharleston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Detached
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.Shed · 28 ft²Porch · 196 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Morningside Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
North Charleston Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
North Charleston High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Charleston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29405These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.363

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,560
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,469 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,744
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,341
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

5255 E Dolphin St 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 less than 69% of homes in Charleston County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in North Charleston 29405
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Charleston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in North Charleston 29405
  • Older than 81% of homes in Charleston County

What homes are worth in North Charleston 29405

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

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$131K$825K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in North Charleston 29405.

How it measures up in North Charleston 29405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Charleston 29405.

Estimated value$445,873
CheaperTypical $326,322Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$392
CheaperTypical $268Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,138 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 5255 E Dolphin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Charleston 29405Charleston County
Estimated valuepricier than$445,87368% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39285% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,138 ft²44% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac84% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than196267% of homes19% of homes

About 5255 E Dolphin St

How much is 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC is $445,873 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $403,206 to $488,540. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC last sell?

5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC last sold on May 19, 2015 for $186,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC?

5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,138 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC built?

5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC?

5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC is assigned to Morningside Middle School (middle), rated B-; North Charleston Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; North Charleston High School (high), rated F. All sit in Charleston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC compare to other homes in North Charleston 29405?

Among the 9,400 homes in North Charleston 29405, it is worth more than 68% of them ($445,873 against a typical $326,322), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($392 against a typical $268), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,138 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1962 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Charleston County, it is worth more than 31% 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 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5255 E Dolphin St, North Charleston, SC was $3,956. The county assessed it at $12,840.

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