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$378,053$120 / 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 96How 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 $303,000 on Dec 20, 2021

946 FOREST DR

LANCASTER, SC 29720
2
Baths
3,162 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$378K
$363K low$393K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$303,000 · Dec 20, 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.$58,768
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$47,014
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.85%
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.$296,087
GUILD MORTGAGE CO · recorded Dec 20, 2021
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.$14,804
GUILD MORTGAGE CO
3rd 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.$8,394

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,592 (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.$13,409 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,839
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,660
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$427,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLANCASTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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)
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.Deck · 490 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
North Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Lancaster High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Buford Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.7 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

946 Forest 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 70% of homes in Lancaster 29720
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Lancaster 29720
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Lancaster County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Lancaster County

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
$50K$827K

This home is worth more than 70% 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$378,053
CheaperTypical $265,518Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $163Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area3,162 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.82 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 946 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancaster 29720Lancaster County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,05370% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12022% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than3,162 ft²94% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac63% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than196323% of homes17% of homes

About 946 Forest Dr

How much is 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC is $378,053 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $363,124 to $392,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC last sell?

946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC last sold on Dec 20, 2021 for $303,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC?

946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC has 2 bathrooms, 3,162 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC built?

946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC?

946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC is assigned to North Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Lancaster High School (high), rated D-; Buford Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Lancaster County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC compare to other homes in Lancaster 29720?

Among the 23,940 homes in Lancaster 29720, it is worth more than 70% of them ($378,053 against a typical $265,518), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($120 against a typical $163), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,162 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.82 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1963 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Lancaster County, it is worth more than 52% 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 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 946 Forest Dr, Lancaster, SC was $2,592. The county assessed it at $13,409.

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