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$558,721$355 / 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 96How 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

242 SW 159TH WAY

SUNRISE, FL 33326
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,574 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.
3,800 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$559K
$538K low$580K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,970 (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.$443,160 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$402,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$446,890

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.48
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyBROWARD
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Composition Shingle
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Indian Trace Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Western High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Tequesta Trace Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Broward County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33326These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,186 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,695
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.75°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.66%

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How this home compares

242 Sw 159th Way 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 69% of homes in Broward County
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Broward County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Broward County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Broward County

What homes are worth in Fort Lauderdale 33326

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

This home
$255K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Fort Lauderdale 33326.

How it measures up in Fort Lauderdale 33326

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Lauderdale 33326.

Estimated value$558,721
CheaperTypical $585,568Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$355
CheaperTypical $363Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,574 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,555 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size3,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 242 Sw 159th Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Lauderdale 33326Broward County
Estimated valuepricier than$558,72147% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35546% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,574 ft²51% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,800 ft²29% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than199057% of homes73% of homes

About 242 Sw 159th Way

How much is 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL is $558,721 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $537,559 to $579,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL last sell?

242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL last sold on Oct 21, 1994, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL?

242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,574 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL built?

242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL?

242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL is assigned to Indian Trace Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Western High School (high), rated B; Tequesta Trace Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Broward County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL compare to other homes in Fort Lauderdale 33326?

Among the 11,618 homes in Fort Lauderdale 33326, it is worth more than 47% of them ($558,721 against a typical $585,568), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($355 against a typical $363), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,574 ft² against a typical 1,555 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (3,800 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1990 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Broward County, it is worth more than 69% 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 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Sw 159th Way, Sunrise, FL was $8,970. The county assessed it at $443,160.

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