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$636,085$377 / 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 98How 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 $126,900 on Jan 7, 1999

5518 SW 161ST PL

MIAMI, FL 33185
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,686 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.
4,263 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$636K
$620K low$652K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$126,900 · Jan 7, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,374 (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.$197,330 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,769
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$493,368

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.60 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.49%
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
CountyMIAMI-DADE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
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.Patio · 600 ft²Porch · 86 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.

H
John A. Ferguson Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Dr. Manuel C. Barreiro Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Lamar Louise Curry Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi

District: Dade County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33185These 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.14
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,965
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,494
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,914
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.75°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.70%

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How this home compares

5518 Sw 161st Pl 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 67% of homes in Miami-Dade County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Bird Drive Basin
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Miami 33185
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Miami-Dade County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Miami-Dade County

What homes are worth in Miami 33185

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

This home
$375K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Miami 33185.

How it measures up in Miami 33185

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Miami 33185.

Estimated value$636,085
CheaperTypical $683,753Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$377
CheaperTypical $346Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,686 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,939 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size4,263 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 5518 Sw 161st Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBird Drive BasinMiami 33185Miami-Dade County
Estimated valuepricier than$636,08550% of homes36% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37768% of homes68% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,686 ft²45% of homes29% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,263 ft²25% of homes21% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than199859% of homes34% of homes74% of homes

About 5518 Sw 161st Pl

How much is 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL is $636,085 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $620,415 to $651,755. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL last sell?

5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL last sold on Jan 7, 1999 for $126,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL?

5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,686 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL built?

5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL?

5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL is assigned to John A. Ferguson Senior High School (high), rated B+; Dr. Manuel C. Barreiro Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lamar Louise Curry Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Dade County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL compare to other homes in Miami 33185?

Among the 8,513 homes in Miami 33185, it is worth more than 36% of them ($636,085 against a typical $683,753), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($377 against a typical $346), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,686 ft² against a typical 1,939 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (4,263 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1998 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Miami-Dade 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 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5518 Sw 161st Pl, Miami, FL was $3,374. The county assessed it at $197,330.

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