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$285,629$156 / 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 93How 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 $155,000 on Sep 15, 2016

5544 BENTON ST

LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,836 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$286K
$266K low$306K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Sep 15, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,535 (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.$184,277 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,432
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,217

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.54
10
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.
66
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.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 · 584 ft²Porch · 274 ft²Sprinklers

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
Varsity Lakes Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Lehigh Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Tortuga Preserve Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Lee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33971These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,998
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,765 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,834
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,957
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

5544 Benton 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 less than 65% of homes in Lee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Lee County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33971
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33971
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Lee County

What homes are worth in Lehigh Acres 33971

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

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$197K$424K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33971.

How it measures up in Lehigh Acres 33971

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lehigh Acres 33971.

Estimated value$285,629
CheaperTypical $290,692Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,836 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,672 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 5544 Benton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLehigh Acres 33971Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,62946% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15632% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,836 ft²65% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac8% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than200437% of homes66% of homes

About 5544 Benton St

How much is 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL is $285,629 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $265,583 to $305,675. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL last sell?

5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL last sold on Sep 15, 2016 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL?

5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,836 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL built?

5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL?

5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL is assigned to Varsity Lakes Middle School (middle), rated C; Lehigh Senior High School (high), rated D; Tortuga Preserve Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Lee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL compare to other homes in Lehigh Acres 33971?

Among the 12,436 homes in Lehigh Acres 33971, it is worth more than 46% of them ($285,629 against a typical $290,692), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($156 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,836 ft² against a typical 1,672 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (2004 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 35% 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 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5544 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL was $2,535. The county assessed it at $184,277.

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