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$826,758$284 / 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 87How 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 $350,000 on Dec 24, 2003

7609 W JOSEPHINE RD

LAKE PLACID, FL 33852
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,916 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.
50 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
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

$827K
$720K low$933K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Dec 24, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,429 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$195,305 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,132
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$172,173
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$190,770
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$610,057

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.59
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
50
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 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.Rural Residence
CountyHighlands
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.50.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Finished
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 319 ft²Porch · 63 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Cracker Trail Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.7 mi
H
Sebring High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.2 mi
M
Sebring Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.6 mi

District: Highlands County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33852These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.159
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,366
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,693
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,907
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

7609 W Josephine Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Highlands County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Highlands County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Highlands County
  • Among the largest lots in Highlands County

What homes are worth in Lake Placid 33852

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

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$52K$874K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Lake Placid 33852.

How it measures up in Lake Placid 33852

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Placid 33852.

Estimated value$826,758
CheaperTypical $261,837Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area2,916 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,691 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size50 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 7609 W Josephine Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Placid 33852Highlands County
Estimated valuepricier than$826,75898% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28497% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,916 ft²89% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than50 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198545% of homes49% of homes

About 7609 W Josephine Rd

How much is 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL is $826,758 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $720,078 to $933,438. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL last sell?

7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL last sold on Dec 24, 2003 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL?

7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,916 square feet of living space and a 50.00-acre lot.

When was 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL built?

7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL?

7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL is assigned to Cracker Trail Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Sebring High School (high), rated D+; Sebring Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Highlands County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL compare to other homes in Lake Placid 33852?

Among the 11,886 homes in Lake Placid 33852, it is worth more than 98% of them ($826,758 against a typical $261,837), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($284 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,916 ft² against a typical 1,691 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (50 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1985 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Highlands County, it is worth more than almost all 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 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 7609 W Josephine Rd, Lake Placid, FL was $2,429. The county assessed it at $195,305.

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