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$273,529$182 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Nov 5, 2024

279 BOSTON WAY

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,501 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.
2000
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

$274K
$244K low$303K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Nov 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,959 (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.$187,012 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,062
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$172,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$130,574
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$187,012

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
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.2008
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.Slate
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.Porch · 25 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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(4)

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

H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Lake Placid Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.2 mi
M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 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

279 Boston 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 65% of homes in Highlands County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Highlands County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Placid Lakes
  • Newer than 77% 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.

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$53K$865K

This home is worth more than 54% 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$273,529
CheaperTypical $261,418Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,501 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,691 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 279 Boston Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlacid LakesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,52959% of homes54% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18285% of homes76% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,501 ft²23% of homes39% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac61% of homes48% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than200067% of homes76% of homes77% of homes

About 279 Boston Way

How much is 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL is $273,529 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $243,686 to $303,372. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Nov 5, 2024 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL?

279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,501 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL built?

279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL?

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

How does 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,878 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 54% of them ($273,529 against a typical $261,418), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($182 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,501 ft² against a typical 1,691 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2000 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 65% 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 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 279 Boston Way, Lake Placid, FL was $1,959. The county assessed it at $187,012.

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