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$326,719$169 / 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 95How 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 $233,744 on Aug 22, 2016

5502 ELBA WAY

MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,938 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$327K
$310K low$344K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$233,744 · Aug 22, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$814 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,809
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,236

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyHorry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 150 ft²

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
Pine Island Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Carolina Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Ten Oaks Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Horry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29579These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.180

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.22%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,195 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,760
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,126
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

5502 Elba 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Horry County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Horry County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Horry County

What homes are worth in Myrtle Beach 29579

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

This home
$134K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29579.

How it measures up in Myrtle Beach 29579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Myrtle Beach 29579.

Estimated value$326,719
CheaperTypical $354,471Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,938 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,903 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 5502 Elba Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTuscanyMyrtle Beach 29579Horry County
Estimated valuepricier than$326,71945% of homes42% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16927% of homes29% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,938 ft²69% of homes52% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac37% of homes13% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than201673% of homes66% of homes80% of homes

About 5502 Elba Way

How much is 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC is $326,719 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $309,858 to $343,580. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC last sell?

5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC last sold on Aug 22, 2016 for $233,744, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC?

5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,938 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC built?

5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC?

5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC is assigned to Pine Island Elementary School (elementary); Carolina Forest High School (high), rated B+; Ten Oaks Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Horry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC compare to other homes in Myrtle Beach 29579?

Among the 26,590 homes in Myrtle Beach 29579, it is worth more than 42% of them ($326,719 against a typical $354,471), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($169 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,938 ft² against a typical 1,903 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (2016 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Horry County, it is worth more than 53% 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 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5502 Elba Way, Myrtle Beach, SC was $814.

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