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$481,214$279 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $81,000 on Feb 26, 1997

844 MELROSE DR

CHARLESTON, SC 29414
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,725 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$481K
$465K low$498K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$81,000 · Feb 26, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,381 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,490 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,490
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$274,200

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.70 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.83%

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.Ranch
CountyCharleston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
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.Shed · 160 ft²Porch · 104 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Oakland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
C. E. Williams Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
West Ashley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Charleston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29414These 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.73
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 100.368

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.45,608
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,081 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,845
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

844 Melrose 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Charleston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Charleston 29414
  • Older than 96% of homes in Charleston 29414

What homes are worth in Charleston 29414

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

This home
$195K$892K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Charleston 29414.

How it measures up in Charleston 29414

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 29414.

Estimated value$481,214
CheaperTypical $479,000Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,725 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,844 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 844 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 29414Charleston County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,21451% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27970% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,725 ft²44% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac85% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than19614% of homes18% of homes

About 844 Melrose Dr

How much is 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC is $481,214 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $464,881 to $497,547. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC last sell?

844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC last sold on Feb 26, 1997 for $81,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC?

844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,725 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC built?

844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC?

844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC is assigned to Oakland Elementary School (elementary); C. E. Williams Middle School (middle), rated B+; West Ashley High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Charleston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC compare to other homes in Charleston 29414?

Among the 15,068 homes in Charleston 29414, it is worth more than 51% of them ($481,214 against a typical $479,000), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($279 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,725 ft² against a typical 1,844 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1961 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Charleston County, it is worth more than 36% 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 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 844 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC was $1,381. The county assessed it at $7,490.

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