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$741,241$428 / 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 95How 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 $740,000 on May 29, 2026

5540 SW 3RD ST

PLANTATION, FL 33317
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,733 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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

$741K
$703K low$780K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$740,000 · May 29, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,790 (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.$281,340 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$519,070

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.46
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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.0.2 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
CountyBROWARD
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.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 1,012 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Plantation Park Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
South Plantation High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Seminole Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Broward County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33317These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.41,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.75°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

5540 Sw 3rd St 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 89% of homes in Plantation Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Plantation Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Broward County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Broward County

What homes are worth in Fort Lauderdale 33317

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

This home
$130K$1M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317.

How it measures up in Fort Lauderdale 33317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Lauderdale 33317.

Estimated value$741,241
CheaperTypical $518,039Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$428
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,733 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,736 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 5540 Sw 3rd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlantation ParkFort Lauderdale 33317Broward County
Estimated valuepricier than$741,24189% of homes87% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42895% of homes97% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,733 ft²30% of homes50% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac55% of homes61% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than196044% of homes29% of homes13% of homes

About 5540 Sw 3rd St

How much is 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL is $741,241 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $702,813 to $779,669. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL last sell?

5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL last sold on May 29, 2026 for $740,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL?

5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,733 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL built?

5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL?

5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL is assigned to Plantation Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A; South Plantation High School (high), rated C+; Seminole Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Broward County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL compare to other homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317?

Among the 12,226 homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317, it is worth more than 87% of them ($741,241 against a typical $518,039), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($428 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,733 ft² against a typical 1,736 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1960 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Broward County, it is worth more than 83% 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 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5540 Sw 3rd St, Plantation, FL was $4,790. The county assessed it at $281,340.

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