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$378,779$156 / 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 96How 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

9212 OPTIMIST WAY

PALMETTO, FL 34221
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,424 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2025
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$379K
$364K low$394K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$552,523 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,913
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$482,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,334
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$552,523

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyMANATEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
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.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Standard

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Buffalo Creek Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
E
James Tillman Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.4 mi
H
Palmetto High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi

District: Manatee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 34221These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
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.56,635
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.726 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,304
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,662
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.73°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

9212 Optimist Way 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Manatee County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Palmetto 34221
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Manatee County
  • Among the newest homes in Palmetto 34221

What homes are worth in Palmetto 34221

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

This home
$149K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Palmetto 34221.

How it measures up in Palmetto 34221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palmetto 34221.

Estimated value$378,779
CheaperTypical $356,808Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,424 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built2025
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 9212 Optimist Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmetto 34221Manatee County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,77958% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15611% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,424 ft²86% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac30% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than2025almost all homesalmost all homes

About 9212 Optimist Way

How much is 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL is $378,779 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $364,006 to $393,552. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL last sell?

9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL?

9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,424 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL built?

9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL was built in 2025, making it 1 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL?

9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL is assigned to Buffalo Creek Middle School (middle), rated B-; James Tillman Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Palmetto High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Manatee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9212 Optimist Way, Palmetto, FL compare to other homes in Palmetto 34221?

Among the 21,641 homes in Palmetto 34221, it is worth more than 58% of them ($378,779 against a typical $356,808), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($156 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,424 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2025 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Manatee County, it is worth more than 43% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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