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$2,076,763$888 / 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 88How 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 $443,000 on May 21, 2001

5970 SW 81ST ST

MIAMI, FL 33143
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,339 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.1M
$1.8M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$443,000 · May 21, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,553 (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.$647,828 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$629,571
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,639,509

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.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.85%
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
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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 150 ft²Porch · 247 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.

E
Ludlam Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
South Miami Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
South Miami Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Dade County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33143These 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.100
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 100.10

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,043
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,566 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,186
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,673
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.76°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

5970 Sw 81st 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 95% of homes in Miami-Dade County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Miami-Dade County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Miami-Dade County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Miami-Dade County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Miami 33143

What homes are worth in Miami 33143

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

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$178K$10M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Miami 33143.

How it measures up in Miami 33143

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Miami 33143.

Estimated value$2,076,763
CheaperTypical $954,135Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$888
CheaperTypical $526Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area2,339 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 5970 Sw 81st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast KendallMiami 33143Miami-Dade County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,076,76346% of homes74% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$88867% of homes78% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than2,339 ft²35% of homes68% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac13% of homes55% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than198774% of homes77% of homes61% of homes

About 5970 Sw 81st St

How much is 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL is $2,076,763 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,836,285 to $2,317,241. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL last sell?

5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL last sold on May 21, 2001 for $443,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL?

5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,339 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL built?

5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL?

5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL is assigned to Ludlam Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; South Miami Middle School (middle), rated B+; South Miami Senior High School (high), rated D. All sit in Dade County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL compare to other homes in Miami 33143?

Among the 11,252 homes in Miami 33143, it is worth more than 74% of them ($2,076,763 against a typical $954,135), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($888 against a typical $526), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,339 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1987 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Miami-Dade County, it is worth more than 95% 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 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5970 Sw 81st St, Miami, FL was $11,553. The county assessed it at $647,828.

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