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$237,217$247 / 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 94How 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 $30,000 on Oct 12, 2011

985 MARGARET DR

LADSON, SC 29456
3
Beds
2
Baths
959 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$237K
$222K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Oct 12, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,162 (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.$13,133 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,233
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,133
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$218,889

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyDorchester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Oakbrook Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Ashley Ridge High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Dorchester School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 29456These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.409

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.38,485
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,163 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,815
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,110
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°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

985 Margaret 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 Dorchester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Ladson 29456
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Dorchester County

What homes are worth in Ladson 29456

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

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$198K$504K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Ladson 29456.

How it measures up in Ladson 29456

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ladson 29456.

Estimated value$237,217
CheaperTypical $323,620Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$247
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area959 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 985 Margaret Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLadson 29456Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,2179% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24790% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than959 ft²4% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac34% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than197816% of homes13% of homes

About 985 Margaret Dr

How much is 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC is $237,217 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $222,132 to $252,302. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC last sell?

985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC last sold on Oct 12, 2011 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC?

985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 959 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC built?

985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC?

985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC is assigned to Oakbrook Middle School (middle), rated B; Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Ashley Ridge High School (high), rated A. All sit in Dorchester School District 2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC compare to other homes in Ladson 29456?

Among the 10,677 homes in Ladson 29456, it is worth more than 9% of them ($237,217 against a typical $323,620), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($247 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 4% of them (959 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1978 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Dorchester 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 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Margaret Dr, Ladson, SC was $2,162. The county assessed it at $13,133.

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