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$314,100$259 / 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 92How 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 $129,000 on Aug 15, 2014

4242 PALM FOREST DR S

DELRAY BEACH, FL 33445
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,212 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.
0.12 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.

Valuation

$314K
$290K low$338K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$129,000 · Aug 15, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,964 (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.$131,416 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,712
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,115

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyPalm Beach
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 150 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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(2)

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

E
Orchard View Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Carver Community Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Atlantic Community High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Palm Beach County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33445These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,526
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,183 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,397
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,213
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%

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How this home compares

4242 Palm Forest Dr S 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 72% of homes in Palm Beach County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Palm Beach County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Delray Beach 33445

What homes are worth in Delray Beach 33445

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

This home
$107K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Delray Beach 33445.

How it measures up in Delray Beach 33445

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Delray Beach 33445.

Estimated value$314,100
CheaperTypical $292,137Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,212 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 4242 Palm Forest Dr S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLakeview Golf ClubDelray Beach 33445Palm Beach County
Estimated valuepricier than$314,10034% of homes53% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25941% of homes61% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,212 ft²39% of homes47% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac36% of homes16% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than198157% of homes61% of homes40% of homes

About 4242 Palm Forest Dr S

How much is 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL is $314,100 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $290,062 to $338,138. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL last sell?

4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL last sold on Aug 15, 2014 for $129,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL?

4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,212 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL built?

4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL?

4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL is assigned to Orchard View Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Carver Community Middle School (middle), rated D+; Atlantic Community High School (high), rated C. All sit in Palm Beach County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL compare to other homes in Delray Beach 33445?

Among the 15,003 homes in Delray Beach 33445, it is worth more than 53% of them ($314,100 against a typical $292,137), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($259 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,212 ft² against a typical 1,236 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1981 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Palm Beach County, it is worth more than 28% 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 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4242 Palm Forest Dr S, Delray Beach, FL was $1,964. The county assessed it at $131,416.

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