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$329,833$184 / 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 92How 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 $409,500 on Sep 15, 2021

8480 BESSEMER AVE

NORTH PORT, FL 34287
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,797 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$330K
$303K low$357K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$409,500 · Sep 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,293 (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.$267,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$235,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$274,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,700

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.54 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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
CountySARASOTA
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Main Land
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 282 ft²Porch · 286 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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.

E
Glenallen Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Heron Creek Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
North Port High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Sarasota County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34287These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,720
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,480 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,810
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,592
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°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

8480 Bessemer Ave 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 80% of homes in North Port 34287
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Sarasota County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in North Port 34287
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Lancelot
  • Older than 84% of homes in Lancelot

What homes are worth in North Port 34287

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

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$130K$520K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in North Port 34287.

How it measures up in North Port 34287

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Port 34287.

Estimated value$329,833
CheaperTypical $243,011Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,797 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,341 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 8480 Bessemer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLancelotNorth Port 34287Sarasota County
Estimated valuepricier than$329,83373% of homes80% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18467% of homes64% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,797 ft²61% of homes80% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac3% of homes53% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than199616% of homes66% of homes58% of homes

About 8480 Bessemer Ave

How much is 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL is $329,833 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $303,037 to $356,629. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL last sell?

8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL last sold on Sep 15, 2021 for $409,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL?

8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,797 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL built?

8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL?

8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL is assigned to Glenallen Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Heron Creek Middle School (middle), rated B; North Port High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Sarasota County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL compare to other homes in North Port 34287?

Among the 14,192 homes in North Port 34287, it is worth more than 80% of them ($329,833 against a typical $243,011), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($184 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,797 ft² against a typical 1,341 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1996 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Sarasota County, it is worth more than 38% 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 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8480 Bessemer Ave, North Port, FL was $4,293. The county assessed it at $267,700.

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