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$281,404$297 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $550,000 on Aug 29, 2024

949 SAINT JAMES AVE

SUMMERVILLE, SC 29486
2
Beds
1
Baths
948 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.
0.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$281K
$263K low$300K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · Aug 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,100 (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.$276,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$250,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,578
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,300

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.58
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyBERKELEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.70
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.Porch · 40 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Devon Forest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
College Park Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Stratford High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Berkeley County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29486These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.412

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.92%
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.13%
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.43,684
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.722 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,209
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,818
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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%

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How this home compares

949 Saint James Ave 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 less than 92% of homes in Summerville 29486
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Summerville 29486
  • Among the smallest homes in Summerville 29486
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Summerville 29486

What homes are worth in Summerville 29486

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

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$252K$768K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Summerville 29486.

How it measures up in Summerville 29486

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Summerville 29486.

Estimated value$281,404
CheaperTypical $408,583Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area948 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,094 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

How 949 Saint James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSummerville 29486Berkeley County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,4048% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29796% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than948 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.7 ac94% of homes84% of homes

About 949 Saint James Ave

How much is 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC is $281,404 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $262,713 to $300,095. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC last sell?

949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC last sold on Aug 29, 2024 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC?

949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 948 square feet of living space and a 0.70-acre lot.

What schools serve 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC?

949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC is assigned to Devon Forest Elementary School (elementary); College Park Middle School (middle), rated C-; Stratford High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Berkeley County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC compare to other homes in Summerville 29486?

Among the 20,594 homes in Summerville 29486, it is worth more than 8% of them ($281,404 against a typical $408,583), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($297 against a typical $207), it is bigger than almost none of them (948 ft² against a typical 2,094 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.7 ac against a typical 0.17 ac). Measured against all of Berkeley County, it is worth more than 21% 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 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 949 Saint James Ave, Summerville, SC was $4,100. The county assessed it at $276,300.

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