30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE, LAKE PLACID, FL, 33852
Active157 days on marketListed Mar 3, 2026MLS #TB8479895
About this home
30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE
Short Sale. *BANK APPROVED PRICE* Welcome to your Florida oasis at 30 Placid Oaks Drive, Lake Placid, FL 33852! Nestled on a spacious 1.1-acre parcel in the tranquil Placid Oaks neighborhood, this charming single-story residence built in 1987 combines comfort, privacy, and timeless appeal in a picturesque natural setting. Approaching the home, you’re greeted by lush oak hammock landscaping and the inviting presence of a generous front porch — the perfect spot for your morning coffee or greeting guests. Inside, the thoughtfully laid-out floor plan features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with approximately 2,565 sq ft of interior living space. Large windows and an open flow create an airy, light-filled ambiance throughout, while functional living areas provide comfortable day-to-day living and space for entertaining. Step outside to your private backyard sanctuary — a screened-in lanai opens to a caged, in-ground saltwater heated pool, ideal for year-round enjoyment and low-maintenance Florida living. Imagine relaxing poolside under the sun, hosting weekend barbecues with friends, or simply unwinding in the peaceful setting surrounded by nature. Enhancing the property’s utility and appeal is a substantial workshop with an attached carport and pole barn, offering ample space for hobbies, storage, or projects. Beautifully landscaped yard featuring productive fruit trees, including 2–3 avocado, mango, and one loquat tree. With no HOA restrictions, this home provides flexibility and freedom while still being close to the lakes, shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities that make Lake Placid such a desirable place to live.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,565
Sqft
1.1 ac
Lot size
1987
Year built
One
Levels
$115
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$2,382 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,382/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Lake Placid actives
$115 vs $195
Days on market
157 vs 52 typical
Where $115/sqft sits among the 65 Lake Placid actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Lake Placid
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LAKE PLACID 33852 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
21,630
Median age
54.8
Median income
$54,841
Median home value
$205,800
Avg household
2.16
Households w/ children
1,979
For the school run
Highlands County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lake Placid market
$315K → $440K
Lake Placid median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
24 of 65
Lake Placid actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lake Placid, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 1741% above the LAKE PLACID 33852 median. See the full Lake Placid market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$440,000
16 MEADOWLAKE CIRCLE S
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,256 sqft · $195/sqft · 172 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$335,000
1711 LAKE CLAY DRIVE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,713 sqft · $196/sqft · 28 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$130,000
5 CHARLTON DRIVE UNIT 5
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,324 sqft · $98/sqft · 18 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,382/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,302. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Lake Placid?+
At $294,500, this home is priced right at the Lake Placid median.
Which schools are assigned to 30 PLACID OAKS DRIVE?+
Lake Placid Middle School (middle), Lake Placid High School (high), Lake Placid Elementary School (elementary) — Highlands County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$294,500 runs 1741% above the LAKE PLACID 33852 median — but at 2,565 sqft it's also 65% larger than the typical Lake Placid listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Time on market is leverage
157 days on market against a Lake Placid median of 52 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Lake Placid Middle School, Lake Placid High School, Lake Placid Elementary School — Lake Placid Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $375,000, now $294,500 — a $81K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of REALTY COOPERATIVE · Tony Giglio. MLS #TB8479895.
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