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$380,025$137 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Mar 10, 2021

538 EMPIRE AVE S

LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33974
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,764 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
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

$380K
$358K low$403K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Mar 10, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,081 (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.$311,416 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$303,229
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$315,289

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.63
45
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.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
55
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyLEE
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 869 ft²Porch · 477 ft²Sprinklers

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
Mirror Lakes Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
East Lee County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Lemuel Teal Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Lee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33974These 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.45
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,792
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.739 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,427
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,517
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

538 Empire Ave 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 more than 96% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33974
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Lee County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33974
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Lee County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33974

What homes are worth in Lehigh Acres 33974

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

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$204K$408K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33974.

How it measures up in Lehigh Acres 33974

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lehigh Acres 33974.

Estimated value$380,025
CheaperTypical $282,446Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 538 Empire Ave S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLehigh Acres 33974Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,02596% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13725% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,764 ft²94% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac66% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than19996% of homes47% of homes

About 538 Empire Ave S

How much is 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL is $380,025 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $357,543 to $402,507. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL last sell?

538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL last sold on Mar 10, 2021 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL?

538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,764 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL built?

538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL?

538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL is assigned to Mirror Lakes Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East Lee County High School (high), rated D-; Lemuel Teal Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Lee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL compare to other homes in Lehigh Acres 33974?

Among the 8,916 homes in Lehigh Acres 33974, it is worth more than 96% of them ($380,025 against a typical $282,446), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($137 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,764 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1999 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 60% 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 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Empire Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL was $4,081. The county assessed it at $311,416.

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