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$251,903$98 / 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 89How 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 $175,000 on Jan 8, 2010

959 CHESTNUT RD

ELGIN, SC 29045
0
Baths
2,576 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.
3.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$252K
$224K low$280K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Jan 8, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$837 (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.$168,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,700

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
30
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.Single Family Residence
CountyKershaw
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.34
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.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.Porch · 430 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.

M
Leslie M. Stover Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Blaney Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Lugoff-Elgin High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Kershaw County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29045These 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.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.137

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,447
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.411 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,786
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,104
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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%

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How this home compares

959 Chestnut Rd 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 71% of homes in Elgin 29045
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Elgin 29045
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Kershaw County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Elgin 29045

What homes are worth in Elgin 29045

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

This home
$140K$878K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Elgin 29045.

How it measures up in Elgin 29045

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 29045.

Estimated value$251,903
CheaperTypical $300,645Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area2,576 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,287 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size3.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

How 959 Chestnut Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 29045Kershaw County
Estimated valuepricier than$251,90329% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$987% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,576 ft²61% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.34 ac92% of homes81% of homes

About 959 Chestnut Rd

How much is 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC is $251,903 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $223,680 to $280,126. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC last sell?

959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC last sold on Jan 8, 2010 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC?

959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC has 2,576 square feet of living space and a 3.34-acre lot.

What schools serve 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC?

959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC is assigned to Leslie M. Stover Middle School (middle), rated A-; Blaney Elementary School (elementary); Lugoff-Elgin High School (high), rated C. All sit in Kershaw County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC compare to other homes in Elgin 29045?

Among the 12,810 homes in Elgin 29045, it is worth more than 29% of them ($251,903 against a typical $300,645), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($98 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,576 ft² against a typical 2,287 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 92% of them (3.34 ac against a typical 0.41 ac). Measured against all of Kershaw County, it is worth more than 47% 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 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 959 Chestnut Rd, Elgin, SC was $837. The county assessed it at $168,700.

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