How to Appeal Your Property Tax in South Carolina
South Carolina homeowners can appeal their property tax assessment if they believe it's too high. This guide covers the 2026 appeal deadline, required evidence, and step-by-step process.
How South Carolina Assesses Property
South Carolina assesses residential property at 4% of market value. This means if your home is worth $208,000, your assessed value would be $8,320.
South Carolina assesses owner-occupied residential property at just 4% of fair market value — the lowest ratio in the country.
The Appeal Process
Appeals are heard by the County Assessor. An informal review is available before filing a formal appeal.
County Assessor (Informal)
County Board of Assessment Appeals
Administrative Law Court
South Carolina Appeal Deadline
90 days from notice
Typical window: Year-round (reassessment years)
What Overassessment Costs South Carolina Homeowners
The median home in South Carolina is worth $208,000. If your assessment is just 10% too high, you may be overpaying:
~$119/year
Effective tax rate: 0.57% · Median value: $208,000
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South Carolina Counties
Charleston County
Median: $242,100 · Rate: 0.5%
Deadline: November 18, 2026
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Greenville County
Median: $155,095 · Rate: 0.88%
Deadline: 90 days from assessment notice or January 15th if no notice
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Horry County
Median: $160,000 · Rate: 0.81%
Deadline: January 15, 2026
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Richland County
Median: $146,300 · Rate: 1.01%
Deadline: 90 days from the date of the assessment notice
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Key Terms for South Carolina Homeowners
The percentage of a property's market value that a state uses to calculate the assessed value for property tax purposes.
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