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$324,903$231 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

8538 SW START CENTER ST

ARCADIA, FL 34269
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,407 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$325K
$301K low$349K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,374 (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.$98,579 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,079
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$96,827
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,579

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.160 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyDESOTO
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Rural
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 12 ft²Shed · 32 ft²Patio · 12 ft²Porch · 570 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(3)

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
Nocatee Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.2 mi
M
Desoto Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.6 mi
H
Desoto County High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.1 mi

District: Desoto County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34269These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.73%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,206
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.67 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,279
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,574
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

8538 Sw Start Center 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 71% of homes in DeSoto County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in DeSoto County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Arcadia 34269
  • Older than 85% of homes in Arcadia 34269

What homes are worth in Arcadia 34269

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

This home
$138K$957K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Arcadia 34269.

How it measures up in Arcadia 34269

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arcadia 34269.

Estimated value$324,903
CheaperTypical $287,315Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,407 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 8538 Sw Start Center St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArcadia 34269DeSoto County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,90358% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23177% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,407 ft²52% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac85% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197915% of homes37% of homes

About 8538 Sw Start Center St

How much is 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL is $324,903 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $301,080 to $348,726. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL last sell?

8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL?

8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,407 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL built?

8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL?

8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL is assigned to Nocatee Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Desoto Middle School (middle), rated D; Desoto County High School (high), rated D. All sit in Desoto County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL compare to other homes in Arcadia 34269?

Among the 2,441 homes in Arcadia 34269, it is worth more than 58% of them ($324,903 against a typical $287,315), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($231 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,407 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (3 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1979 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of DeSoto County, it is worth more than 71% 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 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8538 Sw Start Center St, Arcadia, FL was $2,374. The county assessed it at $98,579.

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