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$668,322$292 / 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 91How 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 $455,000 on Sep 17, 2019

8868 SW TROPICAL AVE

STUART, FL 34997
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,288 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.
1.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$668K
$609K low$728K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · Sep 17, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,353 (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.$288,974 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,830
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$600,020

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.66 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyMARTIN
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.1996
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.Composition Shingle
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.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.ElevatorPorch · 610 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
Crystal Lake Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
South Fork High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Martin County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34997These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,974
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.479 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,925
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,609
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.65%

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How this home compares

8868 Sw Tropical 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 76% of homes in Stuart 34997
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Stuart 34997
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Stuart 34997
  • Older than 69% of homes in Stuart 34997

What homes are worth in Stuart 34997

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

This home
$167K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Stuart 34997.

How it measures up in Stuart 34997

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stuart 34997.

Estimated value$668,322
CheaperTypical $459,775Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area2,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 8868 Sw Tropical Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStuart 34997Martin County
Estimated valuepricier than$668,32276% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29263% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,288 ft²80% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac96% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198131% of homes37% of homes

About 8868 Sw Tropical Ave

How much is 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL is $668,322 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $608,891 to $727,753. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL last sell?

8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL last sold on Sep 17, 2019 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL?

8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2,288 square feet of living space.

When was 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL built?

8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL?

8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL is assigned to Crystal Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; South Fork High School (high), rated C+; Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Martin County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL compare to other homes in Stuart 34997?

Among the 20,078 homes in Stuart 34997, it is worth more than 76% of them ($668,322 against a typical $459,775), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($292 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,288 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (1.38 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1981 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Martin County, it is worth more than 69% 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 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8868 Sw Tropical Ave, Stuart, FL was $4,353. The county assessed it at $288,974.

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