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$596,376$171 / 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 89How 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 $275,000 on Aug 25, 2009

553 SALUDA RIVER RD

MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,482 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$596K
$531K low$662K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Aug 25, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,153 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,454
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$561,347

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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%

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.Conventional
CountyHORRY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
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.No Foundation
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
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 200 ft²Patio · 100 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(5)

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.

M
St. James Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Burgess Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.4 mi
H
St. James High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Horry County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29588These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.205

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,964
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,308 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,602
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,001
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

553 Saluda River Rd 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 The Lakes
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in The Lakes
  • Among the largest homes in Myrtle Beach 29588
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29588
  • Older than 76% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29588

What homes are worth in Myrtle Beach 29588

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

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$104K$723K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Myrtle Beach 29588.

How it measures up in Myrtle Beach 29588

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Myrtle Beach 29588.

Estimated value$596,376
CheaperTypical $307,474Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area3,482 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,633 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 553 Saluda River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe LakesMyrtle Beach 29588Horry County
Estimated valuepricier than$596,37696% of homes96% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17111% of homes35% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than3,482 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac79% of homes88% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than199329% of homes24% of homes36% of homes

About 553 Saluda River Rd

How much is 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC is $596,376 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $530,602 to $662,150. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC last sell?

553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC last sold on Aug 25, 2009 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC?

553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,482 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC built?

553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC?

553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC is assigned to St. James Middle School (middle), rated A-; Burgess Elementary School (elementary); St. James High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Horry County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC compare to other homes in Myrtle Beach 29588?

Among the 22,197 homes in Myrtle Beach 29588, it is worth more than 96% of them ($596,376 against a typical $307,474), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($171 against a typical $185), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,482 ft² against a typical 1,633 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1993 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Horry County, it is worth more than 89% 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 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 Saluda River Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC was $2,153.

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