Land intelligence
What is this dirt actually going to cost you?
The list price is not the land price. Enter an address or TMS/PID to see septic suitability, grading difficulty, and the hidden site costs most listings never mention.
Beta Planning estimates only, not professional advice. Read full disclaimer.
This report is in beta testing. Confirm everything independently before you rely on it.
Scores, cost ranges, and site notes here are planning-grade estimates only, built from public GIS, soils, flood, and parcel data. They are not a perc test, survey, engineered septic design, appraisal, zoning approval, permit, or any other professional opinion.
Data can be wrong, incomplete, or out of date. A lot that looks easy on a map can still fail perc, sit in wetlands, or need major earthwork. You must verify every finding with county records, a licensed designer, a surveyor, and a site visit before you offer, build, or spend money.
- Jennifer Dane and buycharlestonsc.com provide this tool for general information only.
- No warranty is made about accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any purpose.
- By using this tool you agree Jennifer Dane, eXp Realty LLC, and buycharlestonsc.com are not liable for any decision, loss, or damage arising from these estimates.
Analyze a parcel
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Analyzing…
Pair the score with the other research tools: pull taxes/flood/utility notes with Check This Address, and see nearby permits on Charleston Pulse.
What you get
Flush score, how cooperative the soils look for an on-site septic system. Grade score, slope and wetness signals for clearing and earthwork. Cost stack, a planning-range total for septic, water, power, grading, flood work, and wetlands if they apply. Underwriting, all-in math with pre-set build types (manufactured home, modular, custom shell). Local context, what people usually build in this corridor and any moratoriums or permit caps that apply. Area comps, coming soon.
Pair this with the land for sale hub, a real land due-diligence read, the Charleston Pulse for what is being built nearby, and a county perc test before you go firm.
Questions buyers ask
What does the buildability score mean?
The score (0–100) is a quick read on how cooperative this lot looks for septic, grading, and hidden site costs. Higher is easier. It is not a perc test or permit approval.
- 80+: Cooperative lot; conventional septic and modest site work are realistic.
- 62–79 : Still buildable, but budget for site work (clearing, grading, drainage, or engineered septic).
- 42–61: Feasible with real upfront costs; terrain or soils will push your budget.
- Below 42 : High friction; expect engineered systems and major earthwork.
Is this a perc test?
No. A perc test is a physical test on your specific lot. This report flags risk early so you know what to verify before you go firm.
Why do two lots at the same price feel so different?
Because septic, flood fill, wetland delineation, and long utility runs can add tens of thousands before you break ground. That is the regret this score is trying to surface.
Can you run this for a lot I am under contract on?
Yes. Reach out if you want a second set of eyes on perc, wetlands, and utility paths before your due diligence window closes.
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