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$488,444$294 / 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 87How 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 $45,000 on Jun 1, 1988

261 SW 53RD AVE

PLANTATION, FL 33317
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,664 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$488K
$424K low$553K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$45,000 · Jun 1, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,017 (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.$140,540 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$136,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$464,800

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.49
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
54
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.8 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.0.2 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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Plantation Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
South Plantation High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Seminole Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Broward County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33317These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.75°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 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

261 Sw 53rd 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 98% of homes in Plantation Park
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Plantation Park
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Plantation Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Plantation Park
  • Older than 87% of homes in Broward County

What homes are worth in Fort Lauderdale 33317

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

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$134K$1M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317.

How it measures up in Fort Lauderdale 33317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Lauderdale 33317.

Estimated value$488,444
CheaperTypical $513,517Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$294
CheaperTypical $283Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,664 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,735 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 261 Sw 53rd Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlantation ParkFort Lauderdale 33317Broward County
Estimated valuepricier than$488,4442% of homes47% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29415% of homes56% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,664 ft²20% of homes46% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac19% of homes41% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than196044% of homes29% of homes13% of homes

About 261 Sw 53rd Ave

How much is 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL is $488,444 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $424,291 to $552,597. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL last sell?

261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL last sold on Jun 1, 1988 for $45,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL?

261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,664 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL built?

261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL?

261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL is assigned to Plantation Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; South Plantation High School (high), rated C+; Seminole Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Broward County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL compare to other homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317?

Among the 12,253 homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317, it is worth more than 47% of them ($488,444 against a typical $513,517), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($294 against a typical $283), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,664 ft² against a typical 1,735 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1960 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Broward County, it is worth more than 61% 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 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 261 Sw 53rd Ave, Plantation, FL was $2,017. The county assessed it at $140,540.

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