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$239,836$119 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Jul 6, 2017

1185 N RIVER RD SW

BACKUS, MN 56435
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,020 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.
5.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$240K
$216K low$263K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jul 6, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$18,912
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$15,130
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.92%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$220,924
LEND SMART MORTGAGE LLC · recorded Jul 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,594 (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.$396,300 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$74,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$321,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$396,300

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.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCass
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 180 ft²Shed

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Pine River-Backus High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.6 mi
E
Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.6 mi

District: Pine River-Backus Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56435These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.55%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,298
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,325
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1185 N River Rd Sw 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 82% of homes in Cass County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Backus 56435
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Backus 56435

What homes are worth in Backus 56435

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

This home
$62K$593K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Backus 56435.

How it measures up in Backus 56435

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Backus 56435.

Estimated value$239,836
CheaperTypical $208,723Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size5.05 ac
SmallerTypical 3.46 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 1185 N River Rd Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBackus 56435Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,83662% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11920% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than2,020 ft²96% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.05 ac60% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than200484% of homes82% of homes

About 1185 N River Rd Sw

How much is 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN is $239,836 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $216,420 to $263,252. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN last sell?

1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN last sold on Jul 6, 2017 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN?

1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,020 square feet of living space and a 5.05-acre lot.

When was 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN built?

1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN?

1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN is assigned to Pine River-Backus High School (middle), rated C+; Pine River-Backus Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Pine River-Backus Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN compare to other homes in Backus 56435?

Among the 2,480 homes in Backus 56435, it is worth more than 62% of them ($239,836 against a typical $208,723), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($119 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,020 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (5.05 ac against a typical 3.46 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (2004 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 49% 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 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1185 N River Rd Sw, Backus, MN was $1,594. The county assessed it at $396,300.

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