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$304,900$182 / 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 96How 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 $2,693,800 on May 14, 2024

5551 BENTON ST

LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33971
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,674 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.
1998
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

$305K
$293K low$317K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,693,800 · May 14, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,748 (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.$235,138 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,441
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$201,697
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,190
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,138

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.60
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
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.9 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.1999
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 · 71 ft²Porch · 102 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 · 1.9 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

5551 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33971
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33971
  • Older than 84% of homes in Lehigh Acres 33971

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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$191K$413K

This home is worth more than 59% 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$304,900
CheaperTypical $292,450Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,674 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,673 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 5551 Benton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLehigh Acres 33971Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$304,90059% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18265% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,674 ft²50% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac8% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than199816% of homes49% of homes

About 5551 Benton St

How much is 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL is $304,900 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $293,029 to $316,771. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL last sell?

5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL last sold on May 14, 2024 for $2,693,800, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL?

5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,674 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL built?

5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL?

5551 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 5551 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 59% of them ($304,900 against a typical $292,450), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($182 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,674 ft² against a typical 1,673 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1998 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 41% 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 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5551 Benton St, Lehigh Acres, FL was $3,748. The county assessed it at $235,138.

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