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$197,570$105 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $62,000 on Feb 19, 1984

488 FAIRFIELD AVE

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,890 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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

$198K
$175K low$220K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,000 · Feb 19, 1984

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,249 (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.$191,842 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$182,842
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$162,862
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,842

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.0.22
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.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.Shed · 132 ft²Porch · 132 ft²

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

E
Lake Country Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 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

488 Fairfield Ave 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 74% of homes in Lake Placid 33852
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Lake Placid 33852
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Sun N Lakes Estates
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Sun N Lakes Estates

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$847K

This home is worth more than 26% 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$197,570
CheaperTypical $261,753Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,890 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 488 Fairfield Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSun N Lakes EstatesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$197,57040% of homes26% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10513% of homes11% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,890 ft²75% of homes60% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac22% of homes24% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than198445% of homes43% of homes46% of homes

About 488 Fairfield Ave

How much is 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL is $197,570 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $174,676 to $220,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Feb 19, 1984 for $62,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,890 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL built?

488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Lake Country Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Lake Placid High School (high), rated C; 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 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,890 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 26% of them ($197,570 against a typical $261,753), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($105 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,890 ft² against a typical 1,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1984 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 33% 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 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 488 Fairfield Ave, Lake Placid, FL was $2,249. The county assessed it at $191,842.

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