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$879,347$301 / 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 88How 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 $70,870 on Mar 14, 2014

256 RICE RD

RIDGEVILLE, SC 29472
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,926 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.
12.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$879K
$778K low$981K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,870 · Mar 14, 2014
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.$568,347
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$454,678
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.33%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$311,000
LENDER SELECT MORTGAGE GROUP · recorded Aug 17, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,585 (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.$31,613 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,146
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,467
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,613
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$689,605

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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
CountyDorchester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.19
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.Block (Unspecified)
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(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
East Edisto Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi
E
Sand Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 7.1 mi
H
Ashley Ridge High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi

District: Dorchester School District 2

Neighborhood · ZIP 29472These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.392

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,286
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,862
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,368
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%

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

256 Rice 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Dorchester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Dorchester County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Ridgeville 29472
  • Among the largest lots in Dorchester County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Ridgeville 29472

What homes are worth in Ridgeville 29472

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

This home
$112K$961K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Ridgeville 29472.

How it measures up in Ridgeville 29472

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgeville 29472.

Estimated value$879,347
CheaperTypical $391,402Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area2,926 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,793 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size12.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1.45 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 256 Rice Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeville 29472Dorchester County
Estimated valuepricier than$879,34796% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30181% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,926 ft²90% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.19 ac93% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than202192% of homes92% of homes

About 256 Rice Rd

How much is 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC is $879,347 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $777,509 to $981,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC last sell?

256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC last sold on Mar 14, 2014 for $70,870, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC?

256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,926 square feet of living space and a 12.19-acre lot.

When was 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC built?

256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC?

256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC is assigned to East Edisto Middle School (middle), rated B; Sand Hill 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 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC compare to other homes in Ridgeville 29472?

Among the 3,210 homes in Ridgeville 29472, it is worth more than 96% of them ($879,347 against a typical $391,402), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($301 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,926 ft² against a typical 1,793 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (12.19 ac against a typical 1.45 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2021 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Dorchester County, it is worth more than almost all 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 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Rice Rd, Ridgeville, SC was $3,585. The county assessed it at $31,613.

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