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$42,670$55 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $12,000 on May 17, 1999

978 KEARSE DR

ORANGEBURG, SC 29115
2
Beds
1
Baths
778 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$43K
$38K low$47K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,000 · May 17, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,075 (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.$38,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,980
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$38,900

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyORANGEBURG
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Whittaker Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Willam J. Clark Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Orangeburg Wilkinson High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Orangeburg County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29115These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.210

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.27,562
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.216 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,314
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,264
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

978 Kearse 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 less than 94% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Orangeburg 29115
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Orangeburg County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Orangeburg County

What homes are worth in Orangeburg 29115

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

This home
$23K$407K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Orangeburg 29115.

How it measures up in Orangeburg 29115

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orangeburg 29115.

Estimated value$42,670
CheaperTypical $113,153Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $79Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area778 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 978 Kearse Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrangeburg 29115Orangeburg County
Estimated valuepricier than$42,67011% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5524% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than778 ft²8% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac8% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than196030% of homes18% of homes

About 978 Kearse Dr

How much is 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC is $42,670 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $37,979 to $47,361. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC last sell?

978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC last sold on May 17, 1999 for $12,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC?

978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 778 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC built?

978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC?

978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC is assigned to Whittaker Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Willam J. Clark Middle School (middle), rated C-; Orangeburg Wilkinson High School (high), rated F. All sit in Orangeburg County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC compare to other homes in Orangeburg 29115?

Among the 11,661 homes in Orangeburg 29115, it is worth more than 11% of them ($42,670 against a typical $113,153), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($55 against a typical $79), it is bigger than 8% of them (778 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1960 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Orangeburg County, it is worth more than 6% 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 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Kearse Dr, Orangeburg, SC was $1,075. The county assessed it at $38,900.

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