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$149,053$108 / 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 91How 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

538 LEAR AVE

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,386 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$149K
$136K low$162K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$545 (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.$54,428 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,894
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,449

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
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.
70
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
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.1968
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 56 ft²Porch · 561 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Lake Placid Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Lake Placid High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
E
Lake Country Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.3 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

538 Lear 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 89% of homes in Highlands Park Estates
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Highlands Park Estates
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Lake Placid 33852
  • Older than 93% of homes 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.

This home
$56K$909K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$149,053
CheaperTypical $262,411Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,386 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,691 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 538 Lear Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands Park EstatesLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,05311% of homes12% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10813% of homes13% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,386 ft²45% of homes33% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac42% of homes53% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than19618% of homes7% of homes11% of homes

About 538 Lear Ave

How much is 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL is $149,053 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $136,221 to $161,886. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,386 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL built?

538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Lake Placid Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lake Placid High School (high), rated C; Lake Country Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Highlands County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,886 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 12% of them ($149,053 against a typical $262,411), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($108 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,386 ft² against a typical 1,691 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1961 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than 16% 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 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 538 Lear Ave, Lake Placid, FL was $545. The county assessed it at $54,428.

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