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$196,783$134 / 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 86How 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 $59,900 on Sep 27, 2013

1520 RUTLEDGE AVE

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,469 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$197K
$168K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$59,900 · Sep 27, 2013
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.$196,783
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$157,426

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,536 (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.$132,687 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,948
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$293,959

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.61
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 268 ft²Shed · 384 ft²Patio · 20 ft²Porch · 536 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi
E
Lake Country Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 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%

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

1520 Rutledge 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 72% of homes in Lake Placid 33852
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Highlands County

What homes are worth in Lake Placid 33852

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

This home
$49K$867K

This home is worth more than 28% 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$196,783
CheaperTypical $260,432Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,469 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,717 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 1520 Rutledge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands Park EstatesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,78350% of homes28% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13452% of homes38% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,469 ft²50% of homes36% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac63% of homes78% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than198542% of homes46% of homes49% of homes

About 1520 Rutledge Ave

How much is 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL is $196,783 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $168,338 to $225,228. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Sep 27, 2013 for $59,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,469 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL built?

1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Lake Placid Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lake Placid High School (high), rated C; Lake Country Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Highlands County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,966 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 28% of them ($196,783 against a typical $260,432), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($134 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,469 ft² against a typical 1,717 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1985 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 32% 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 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1520 Rutledge Ave, Lake Placid, FL was $1,536. The county assessed it at $132,687.

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