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$340,035$222 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $85,000 on Sep 29, 1997

1280 SE WEST ST JOSEPHS AVE

STUART, FL 34996
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,534 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$340K
$283K low$397K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Sep 29, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,657 (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.$129,384 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,738
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$360,710

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMARTIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.ElevatorPorch · 220 ft²

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
J. D. Parker Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Stuart Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Jensen Beach High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Martin County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34996These 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.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,526
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.618 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,961
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.65%

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How this home compares

1280 Se West St Josephs Ave 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 less than 70% of homes in Martin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Martin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Stuart 34996
  • Older than 81% of homes in Martin County

What homes are worth in Stuart 34996

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

This home
$89K$6.2M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Stuart 34996.

How it measures up in Stuart 34996

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stuart 34996.

Estimated value$340,035
CheaperTypical $421,649Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,534 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,242 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStuart 34996Martin County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,03540% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22236% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,534 ft²60% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac14% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than197340% of homes19% of homes

About 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave

How much is 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL is $340,035 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $282,598 to $397,472. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL last sell?

1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL last sold on Sep 29, 1997 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL?

1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,534 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL built?

1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL?

1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL is assigned to J. D. Parker Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Stuart Middle School (middle), rated B; Jensen Beach High School (high), rated B. All sit in Martin County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL compare to other homes in Stuart 34996?

Among the 6,849 homes in Stuart 34996, it is worth more than 40% of them ($340,035 against a typical $421,649), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($222 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,534 ft² against a typical 1,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1973 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Martin County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1280 Se West St Josephs Ave, Stuart, FL was $1,657. The county assessed it at $129,384.

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