131 Sunset Drive, Lake Placid, FL, 33852
About This Home
Experience the ultimate lakefront lifestyle with this stunning 4-bedroom, 4-bath home boasting 3,563 sq ft of elegant living space. Perfectly set on a .65-acre lot with 40 feet of private sandy beach along Lake Placid, this property blends style, comfort, and breathtaking views. Step outside to your own retreat with a sparkling screened-in pool, expansive patio ideal for entertaining, and picture-perfect sunsets framed by tranquil breezes and swaying palms. Inside, the open-concept design features a chef’s kitchen, multiple living areas, and a luxurious owner’s suite with private pool access. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful full-time residence, optimal vacation rental or the ultimate weekend escape, this home captures the very best of Florida lake living.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1967
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Features
- Kitchen/Dining Combo,Living/Dining Room,None
- Flooring: Tile
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,563 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: C17373001000000012
- Zoning: R1A
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: First Floor Entry
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground,Screen Enclosure
- Patio & porch: Patio,Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Barbecue,Outdoor Living Area,Outdoor Shower,Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake,Pool
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front,Lake Privileges,Other,Seawall
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 34.00,34.00
Lot
- Lot size: 0.65 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered,Driveway
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Highlands County and Florida
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,031 | $60,372 |
| Home Insurance * | $863 | $10,356 |
| Property Taxes | $1,143 | $13,716 |
| Electricity | $358 | $4,302 |
| Total | $7,395 | $88,740 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Florida FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-02 | Listed for sale | $995,000 |
| 2011-12-05 | Sold | $400,000 |
| 2010-02-25 | Sold | $400,000 |
| 2003-09-09 | Sold | $290,000 |
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