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$1,566,185$729 / 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 $717,555 on Oct 14, 2013

538 MAGELLAN DR

WEST UNION, SC 29696
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,148 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$717,555 · Oct 14, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,219 (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.$30,685 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,672
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,013
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,685
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$767,129

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.62
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.Traditional/Old
CountyOconee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Keowee Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Wahalla Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi
H
Wahalla High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Oconee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29696These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,542
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.232 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,060
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,498
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

538 Magellan 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 West Union 29696
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in West Union 29696
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Oconee County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Oconee County

What homes are worth in West Union 29696

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

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$84K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in West Union 29696.

How it measures up in West Union 29696

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Union 29696.

Estimated value$1,566,185
CheaperTypical $317,762Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$729
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area2,148 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 538 Magellan Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Union 29696Oconee County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,566,18597% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$72998% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,148 ft²72% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac43% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than200465% of homes78% of homes

About 538 Magellan Dr

How much is 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC is $1,566,185 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,408,699 to $1,723,671. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC last sell?

538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC last sold on Oct 14, 2013 for $717,555, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC?

538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,148 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC built?

538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC?

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

How does 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC compare to other homes in West Union 29696?

Among the 2,572 homes in West Union 29696, it is worth more than 97% of them ($1,566,185 against a typical $317,762), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($729 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,148 ft² against a typical 1,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (2004 against a typical 1998). 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 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC was $3,219. The county assessed it at $30,685.

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