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$897,955$122 / 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 57How 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 $550,000 on Mar 23, 2021

517 BEAR RD

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
4
Beds
5
Baths
7,334 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.
13.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$898K
$509K low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · Mar 23, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,641 (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.$698,204 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$217,635
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$480,569
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$712,059
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$698,204

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.66
79
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
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.
42
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.69 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.1 percent flood zone

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
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.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.19
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Tennis courtShed · 1,824 ft²Patio · 1,184 ft²Porch · 452 ft²

Transaction History(15)

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
Lake Country Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.8 mi
H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi
M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.0 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

517 Bear Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Highlands County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Lake Placid 33852
  • Among the largest homes in Lake Placid 33852
  • Among the largest lots in Lake Placid 33852

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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$52K$832K

This home is worth more than 98% 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$897,955
CheaperTypical $261,593Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area7,334 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,687 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size13.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 517 Bear Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$897,95598% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12224% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than7,334 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than13.19 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199059% of homes62% of homes

About 517 Bear Rd

How much is 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL is $897,955 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $508,950 to $1,286,960. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Mar 23, 2021 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL?

517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 7,334 square feet of living space and a 13.19-acre lot.

When was 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL built?

517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL?

517 Bear Rd, 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 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,885 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 98% of them ($897,955 against a typical $261,593), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($122 against a typical $150), it is bigger than almost all of them (7,334 ft² against a typical 1,687 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (13.19 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1990 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than almost all 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 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 517 Bear Rd, Lake Placid, FL was $9,641. The county assessed it at $698,204.

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