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$533,622$181 / 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 97How 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 $514,059 on Nov 27, 2023

5546 SOFT SHELL DR

LANCASTER, SC 29720
3.5
Baths
2,942 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.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$534K
$518K low$549K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$514,059 · Nov 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,565 (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.$21,528 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,528
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,144
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$538,200

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
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.Single Family Residence
CountyLANCASTER
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Indian Land Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
H
Indian Land High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
E
Van Wyck Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.6 mi

District: Lancaster County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29720These 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.118
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.61,762
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,612
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,134
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

5546 Soft Shell 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 88% of homes in Lancaster 29720
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Lancaster 29720
  • Among the newest homes in Lancaster 29720

What homes are worth in Lancaster 29720

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

This home
$51K$787K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Lancaster 29720.

How it measures up in Lancaster 29720

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lancaster 29720.

Estimated value$533,622
CheaperTypical $264,192Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area2,942 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 5546 Soft Shell Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 29720Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$533,62288% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18164% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,942 ft²92% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 5546 Soft Shell Dr

How much is 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC is $533,622 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $518,188 to $549,056. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC last sell?

5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC last sold on Nov 27, 2023 for $514,059, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC?

5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC has 3.5 bathrooms and 2,942 square feet of living space.

When was 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC built?

5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC?

5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC is assigned to Indian Land Middle School (middle), rated C-; Indian Land High School (high), rated A-; Van Wyck Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Lancaster County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC compare to other homes in Lancaster 29720?

Among the 23,940 homes in Lancaster 29720, it is worth more than 88% of them ($533,622 against a typical $264,192), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($181 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,942 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 74% 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 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5546 Soft Shell Dr, Lancaster, SC was $4,565. The county assessed it at $21,528.

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