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$278,855$156 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Oct 7, 2021

4042 WALTHAM FOREST DR

TAVARES, FL 32778
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,792 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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

$279K
$268K low$289K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Oct 7, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,930 (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.$150,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$58,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,013

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLake
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.2023
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Shingle
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.Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 32 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Tavares Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Tavares High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Tavares Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Lake County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32778These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.174
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,999
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.567 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,849
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,678
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.71°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

4042 Waltham Forest 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 less than 76% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Tavares 32778
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Tavares 32778

What homes are worth in Tavares 32778

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

This home
$111K$1M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Tavares 32778.

How it measures up in Tavares 32778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tavares 32778.

Estimated value$278,855
CheaperTypical $301,564Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 4042 Waltham Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTavares 32778Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,85538% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15620% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²66% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac47% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than200569% of homes66% of homes

About 4042 Waltham Forest Dr

How much is 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL is $278,855 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $268,436 to $289,274. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL last sell?

4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL last sold on Oct 7, 2021 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL?

4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL built?

4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL?

4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL is assigned to Tavares Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Tavares High School (high), rated C-; Tavares Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lake County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL compare to other homes in Tavares 32778?

Among the 10,766 homes in Tavares 32778, it is worth more than 38% of them ($278,855 against a typical $301,564), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($156 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (2005 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 24% 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 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 4042 Waltham Forest Dr, Tavares, FL was $1,930. The county assessed it at $150,220.

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