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$243,330$115 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $49,900 on Mar 20, 2014

1515 PAPER BIRCH ST

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,112 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$243K
$229K low$258K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,900 · Mar 20, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,192 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$102,473 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,585
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$246,059

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyHighlands
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.Forced Air
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, Finished
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.Patio · 253 ft²Porch · 20 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lake Country Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.6 mi
M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Highlands County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33852These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.159
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,366
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,693
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,907
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°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.68%

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How this home compares

1515 Paper Birch St 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 72% of homes in Highlands Park Estates
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Highlands Park Estates
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Highlands Park Estates
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Highlands Park Estates
  • Older than 79% of homes in Highlands Park Estates

What homes are worth in Lake Placid 33852

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

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$56K$909K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Lake Placid 33852.

How it measures up in Lake Placid 33852

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Placid 33852.

Estimated value$243,330
CheaperTypical $262,411Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area2,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,691 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 1515 Paper Birch St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands Park EstatesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$243,33072% of homes44% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11518% of homes18% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,112 ft²82% of homes69% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac7% of homes49% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197621% of homes24% of homes28% of homes

About 1515 Paper Birch St

How much is 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL is $243,330 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $228,938 to $257,722. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Mar 20, 2014 for $49,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL?

1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,112 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL built?

1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL?

1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Lake Country Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Lake Placid Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lake Placid High School (high), rated C. All sit in Highlands County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,886 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 44% of them ($243,330 against a typical $262,411), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($115 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,112 ft² against a typical 1,691 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1976 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 53% 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 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1515 Paper Birch St, Lake Placid, FL was $1,192. The county assessed it at $102,473.

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