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$1,471,486$733 / 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 85How 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 $697,000 on Mar 15, 2016

542 MAGELLAN DR

WEST UNION, SC 29696
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,008 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.
0.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.2M 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.$697,000 · Mar 15, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,819 (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.$28,865 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,465
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,865
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$721,637

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.71
79
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.67 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.95
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(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.

E
Keowee Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Wahalla Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 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

542 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 96% of homes in West Union 29696
  • Among the highest price per square foot in West Union 29696
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Oconee County
  • Newer than 80% 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.

This home
$83K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 96% 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$1,471,486
CheaperTypical $316,582Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$733
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,615 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.95 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 542 Magellan Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Union 29696Oconee County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,471,48696% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$733almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,008 ft²67% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.95 ac45% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than200568% of homes80% of homes

About 542 Magellan Dr

How much is 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC is $1,471,486 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,248,554 to $1,694,418. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC last sell?

542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC last sold on Mar 15, 2016 for $697,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC?

542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,008 square feet of living space and a 0.95-acre lot.

When was 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC built?

542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC?

542 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 542 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 96% of them ($1,471,486 against a typical $316,582), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($733 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,008 ft² against a typical 1,615 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.95 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (2005 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Oconee County, it is worth more than 96% 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 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Magellan Dr, West Union, SC was $2,819. The county assessed it at $28,865.

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