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$617,451$256 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $522,000 on May 28, 2021

697 HIGHWAY 78

RIDGEVILLE, SC 29472
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,411 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.
8.68 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$617K
$450K low$785K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$522,000 · May 28, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$46,411
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$37,129
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.90%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$506,340
LOANDEPOT.COM LLC · recorded Jun 2, 2023
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$64,700
BAYER HERITAGE FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,090 (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.$26,631 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,171
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,631
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$565,574

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.51
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
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.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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.Rural Residence
CountyDorchester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.68
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Greenhouse

Transaction History(4)

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
Clay Hill Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Woodland Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.9 mi
H
Woodland High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.4 mi

District: Dorchester School District 4

Neighborhood · ZIP 29472These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.392

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.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,286
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,368
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

697 Highway 78 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 93% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Ridgeville 29472
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Dorchester County

What homes are worth in Ridgeville 29472

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

This home
$110K$961K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Ridgeville 29472.

How it measures up in Ridgeville 29472

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgeville 29472.

Estimated value$617,451
CheaperTypical $391,358Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area2,411 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size8.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1.44 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 697 Highway 78 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeville 29472Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$617,45182% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25670% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,411 ft²77% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.68 ac89% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than200560% of homes62% of homes

About 697 Highway 78

How much is 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC is $617,451 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $450,276 to $784,626. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC last sell?

697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC last sold on May 28, 2021 for $522,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC?

697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,411 square feet of living space and a 8.68-acre lot.

When was 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC built?

697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC?

697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC is assigned to Clay Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Woodland Middle School (middle); Woodland High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Dorchester School District 4. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC compare to other homes in Ridgeville 29472?

Among the 3,208 homes in Ridgeville 29472, it is worth more than 82% of them ($617,451 against a typical $391,358), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($256 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,411 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (8.68 ac against a typical 1.44 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (2005 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Dorchester County, it is worth more than 93% 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 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 697 Highway 78, Ridgeville, SC was $3,090. The county assessed it at $26,631.

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