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$403,745$374 / 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 91How 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 $149,760 on Jan 28, 2010

1798 THOMAS RD

RUFFIN, SC 29475
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,080 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.
49.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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.

Valuation

$404K
$366K low$441K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,760 · Jan 28, 2010
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.$403,745
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$322,996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$947 (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.$58,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,500

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.9
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
11
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.Rural Residence
CountyColleton
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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.49.90
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central

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.

E
Bells Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
H
Colleton County High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.8 mi
M
Colleton County Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.9 mi

District: Colleton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29475These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.230

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.2,987
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,994
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,932
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

1798 Thomas 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 more than 89% of homes in Ruffin 29475
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Ruffin 29475
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Colleton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Colleton County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Colleton County

What homes are worth in Ruffin 29475

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

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$51K$651K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Ruffin 29475.

How it measures up in Ruffin 29475

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruffin 29475.

Estimated value$403,745
CheaperTypical $180,116Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$374
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size49.9 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 1798 Thomas Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuffin 29475Colleton County
Estimated valuepricier than$403,74589% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37497% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²29% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than49.9 ac93% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than195710% of homes9% of homes

About 1798 Thomas Rd

How much is 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC is $403,745 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $366,477 to $441,013. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC last sell?

1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC last sold on Jan 28, 2010 for $149,760, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC?

1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 49.90-acre lot.

When was 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC built?

1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC?

1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC is assigned to Bells Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Colleton County High School (high), rated D; Colleton County Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Colleton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC compare to other homes in Ruffin 29475?

Among the 1,625 homes in Ruffin 29475, it is worth more than 89% of them ($403,745 against a typical $180,116), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($374 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (49.9 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1957 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Colleton County, it is worth more than 75% 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 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1798 Thomas Rd, Ruffin, SC was $947. The county assessed it at $58,500.

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