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$260,972$191 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $86,000 on Oct 11, 2012

196 RUTH DR

GAFFNEY, SC 29341
0
Baths
1,363 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.
3.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$261K
$244K low$278K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$86,000 · Oct 11, 2012
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.$260,972
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$208,778

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$454 (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.$5,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$148,100

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.9 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
CountyCherokee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Grassy Pond Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Gaffney High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Gaffney Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.9 mi

District: Cherokee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29341These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.88

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.93%
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.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,982
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.224 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,047
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,524
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

196 Ruth 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 more than 68% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Gaffney 29341

What homes are worth in Gaffney 29341

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

This home
$54K$614K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Gaffney 29341.

How it measures up in Gaffney 29341

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gaffney 29341.

Estimated value$260,972
CheaperTypical $243,529Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,363 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,557 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size3.11 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 196 Ruth Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGaffney 29341Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,97256% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19187% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,363 ft²36% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.11 ac83% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than198847% of homes54% of homes

About 196 Ruth Dr

How much is 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC is $260,972 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $244,201 to $277,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC last sell?

196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC last sold on Oct 11, 2012 for $86,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC?

196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC has 1,363 square feet of living space and a 3.11-acre lot.

When was 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC built?

196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC?

196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC is assigned to Grassy Pond Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Gaffney High School (high), rated D+; Gaffney Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Cherokee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC compare to other homes in Gaffney 29341?

Among the 7,506 homes in Gaffney 29341, it is worth more than 56% of them ($260,972 against a typical $243,529), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($191 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,363 ft² against a typical 1,557 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (3.11 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1988 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 68% 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 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 196 Ruth Dr, Gaffney, SC was $454. The county assessed it at $5,380.

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