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$553,423$370 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $175,000 on Aug 19, 2013

15981 SW 281ST ST

HOMESTEAD, FL 33033
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,495 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$553K
$490K low$616K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Aug 19, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,954 (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.$173,670 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,776
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$404,996

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.78 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.94%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyMIAMI-DADE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 414 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
South Dade Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Avocado Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.3 mi
M
South Dade Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Dade County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33033These 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.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,115 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,569
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.75°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%

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How this home compares

15981 Sw 281st 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 88% of homes in Homestead 33033
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Homestead 33033
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Leisure City Area
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Homestead 33033
  • Older than 75% of homes in Homestead 33033

What homes are worth in Homestead 33033

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

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$185K$645K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Homestead 33033.

How it measures up in Homestead 33033

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Homestead 33033.

Estimated value$553,423
CheaperTypical $427,795Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$370
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,495 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 15981 Sw 281st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeisure City AreaHomestead 33033Miami-Dade County
Estimated valuepricier than$553,42342% of homes88% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37087% of homes92% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,495 ft²20% of homes46% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac47% of homes97% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than198137% of homes25% of homes54% of homes

About 15981 Sw 281st St

How much is 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL is $553,423 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $490,403 to $616,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL last sell?

15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL last sold on Aug 19, 2013 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL?

15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,495 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL built?

15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL?

15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL is assigned to South Dade Senior High School (high), rated C-; Avocado Elementary School (elementary), rated B; South Dade Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Dade County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL compare to other homes in Homestead 33033?

Among the 17,768 homes in Homestead 33033, it is worth more than 88% of them ($553,423 against a typical $427,795), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($370 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,495 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1981 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Miami-Dade County, it is worth more than 56% 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 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15981 Sw 281st St, Homestead, FL was $2,954. The county assessed it at $173,670.

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