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$342,982$242 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $140,000 on Sep 29, 2009

3049 WATERWAY DR

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,419 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.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$343K
$320K low$366K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Sep 29, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,322 (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.$253,073 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,073
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,376
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,073

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
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.
65
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
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.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Canal
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.GazeboDeck · 158 ft²Porch · 416 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
E
Lake Placid Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.2 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

3049 Waterway Dr 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 80% of homes in Highlands County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Highlands County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Leisure Lakes
  • Older than 78% of homes in Leisure Lakes

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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$55K$862K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$342,982
CheaperTypical $262,229Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,419 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,695 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 3049 Waterway Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeisure LakesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$342,98266% of homes71% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24293% of homes92% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,419 ft²22% of homes34% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac53% of homes50% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than198122% of homes37% of homes41% of homes

About 3049 Waterway Dr

How much is 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL is $342,982 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $319,722 to $366,242. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Sep 29, 2009 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL?

3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,419 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL built?

3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL?

3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Lake Placid Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lake Placid High School (high), rated C; Lake Placid Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Highlands County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,897 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 71% of them ($342,982 against a typical $262,229), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($242 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,419 ft² against a typical 1,695 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1981 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 80% 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 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3049 Waterway Dr, Lake Placid, FL was $3,322. The county assessed it at $253,073.

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