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$305,158$235 / 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 83How 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 $290,000 on Oct 31, 2024

521 FOREST AVE

ARCADIA, FL 34266
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,300 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$305K
$255K low$356K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$290,000 · Oct 31, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$167 (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.$211,062 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,562
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,062

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Single Family Residence
CountyDeSoto
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 96 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.

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

E
West Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Desoto Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Desoto County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Desoto County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34266These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.123
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,573
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,002
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,795
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

521 Forest 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 more than 71% of homes in Arcadia 34266
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Arcadia 34266
  • Among the newest homes in Arcadia 34266

What homes are worth in Arcadia 34266

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

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$73K$747K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Arcadia 34266.

How it measures up in Arcadia 34266

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arcadia 34266.

Estimated value$305,158
CheaperTypical $226,870Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 521 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArcadia 34266DeSoto County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,15871% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23585% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²51% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac41% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 521 Forest Ave

How much is 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL is $305,158 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $254,584 to $355,732. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL last sell?

521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL last sold on Oct 31, 2024 for $290,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL?

521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,300 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL built?

521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL?

521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL is assigned to West Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Desoto Middle School (middle), rated C-; Desoto County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Desoto County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL compare to other homes in Arcadia 34266?

Among the 8,203 homes in Arcadia 34266, it is worth more than 71% of them ($305,158 against a typical $226,870), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($235 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of DeSoto County, it is worth more than 67% 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 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 521 Forest Ave, Arcadia, FL was $167. The county assessed it at $211,062.

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