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$439,930$331 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026

281 FORSYTH ST

BOCA RATON, FL 33487
2
Baths
1,330 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$440K
$387K low$493K high
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.$275,580
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$220,464
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.37%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$64,350
NATIONSBANK · R · recorded Apr 14, 1999
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
BANK OF AMERICA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,288 (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.$351,869 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$157,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,869
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$351,869

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPalm Beach
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

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

E
J. C. Mitchell Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.4 mi
H
Boca Raton Community High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
Boca Raton Community Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Palm Beach County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33487These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
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.21,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,729 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,404
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,658
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%

Ownership

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

281 Forsyth 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 less than 75% of homes in Boca Raton 33487
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Delray Manors
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Boca Raton 33487
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Boca Raton 33487
  • Older than 76% of homes in Palm Beach County

What homes are worth in Boca Raton 33487

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

This home
$195K$4.4M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Boca Raton 33487.

How it measures up in Boca Raton 33487

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boca Raton 33487.

Estimated value$439,930
CheaperTypical $719,827Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $434Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 281 Forsyth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDelray ManorsBoca Raton 33487Palm Beach County
Estimated valuepricier than$439,93041% of homes25% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33128% of homes29% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,330 ft²50% of homes35% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac39% of homes23% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than197553% of homes25% of homes24% of homes

About 281 Forsyth St

How much is 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL is $439,930 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $387,138 to $492,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL last sell?

281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL last sold on Feb 20, 2003, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL?

281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL has 2 bathrooms, 1,330 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL built?

281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL?

281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL is assigned to J. C. Mitchell Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Boca Raton Community High School (high), rated B-; Boca Raton Community Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Palm Beach County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL compare to other homes in Boca Raton 33487?

Among the 11,447 homes in Boca Raton 33487, it is worth more than 25% of them ($439,930 against a typical $719,827), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($331 against a typical $434), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,330 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1975 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Palm Beach County, it is worth more than 46% 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 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Forsyth St, Boca Raton, FL was $5,288. The county assessed it at $351,869.

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