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$298,001$146 / 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 93How 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 $141,000 on Jun 17, 2008

617 GAINES ST

CENTRAL, SC 29630
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,041 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.
1905
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
837
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$298K
$276K low$320K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$141,000 · Jun 17, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$686 (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.$6,870 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,090
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,970
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$243,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPickens
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.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 569 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
Central Academy of the ArtsA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
R. C. Edwards Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Daniel High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Pickens County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29630These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,404
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.305 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,714
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,735
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

617 Gaines St 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 Pickens County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Central 29630
  • Among the oldest homes in Pickens County

What homes are worth in Central 29630

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

This home
$85K$829K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Central 29630.

How it measures up in Central 29630

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Central 29630.

Estimated value$298,001
CheaperTypical $284,590Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,041 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,561 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1905
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 617 Gaines St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral 29630Pickens County
Estimated valuepricier than$298,00153% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14627% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,041 ft²74% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than19052% of homesalmost no homes

About 617 Gaines St

How much is 617 Gaines St, Central, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Gaines St, Central, SC is $298,001 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $275,977 to $320,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Gaines St, Central, SC last sell?

617 Gaines St, Central, SC last sold on Jun 17, 2008 for $141,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 617 Gaines St, Central, SC?

617 Gaines St, Central, SC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,041 square feet of living space.

When was 617 Gaines St, Central, SC built?

617 Gaines St, Central, SC was built in 1905, making it 121 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 617 Gaines St, Central, SC?

617 Gaines St, Central, SC is assigned to Central Academy of the Arts (elementary), rated A; R. C. Edwards Middle School (middle), rated B; Daniel High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Pickens County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Gaines St, Central, SC compare to other homes in Central 29630?

Among the 4,479 homes in Central 29630, it is worth more than 53% of them ($298,001 against a typical $284,590), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($146 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,041 ft² against a typical 1,561 ft²) and it is newer than 2% of them (1905 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Pickens County, it is worth more than 50% 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 617 Gaines St, Central, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 Gaines St, Central, SC was $686. The county assessed it at $6,870.

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