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$444,974$261 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $370,000 on May 20, 2021

11978 SCENIC RIVER DR

BAXTER, MN 56425
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,704 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.
1.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$445K
$409K low$481K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · May 20, 2021
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.$444,974
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$355,979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,654 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$154,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$414,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$454,000

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.67 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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyCROW WING
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 432 ft²Porch · 256 ft²

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

E
Baxter Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.1 mi
M
Forestview Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Brainerd Senior High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Brainerd Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56425These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.95%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,380
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.400 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,491
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,058
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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

11978 Scenic River Dr 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 94% of homes in Baxter 56425
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Baxter 56425
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Crow Wing County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Baxter 56425
  • Older than 69% of homes in Baxter 56425

What homes are worth in Baxter 56425

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

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$126K$582K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Baxter 56425.

How it measures up in Baxter 56425

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baxter 56425.

Estimated value$444,974
CheaperTypical $223,040Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,382 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size1.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 11978 Scenic River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBaxter 56425Crow Wing County
Estimated valuepricier than$444,97494% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26191% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,704 ft²72% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.19 ac81% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than198531% of homes41% of homes

About 11978 Scenic River Dr

How much is 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN is $444,974 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $409,376 to $480,571. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN last sell?

11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN last sold on May 20, 2021 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN?

11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,704 square feet of living space and a 1.19-acre lot.

When was 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN built?

11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN?

11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN is assigned to Baxter Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Forestview Middle School (middle), rated B; Brainerd Senior High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Brainerd Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN compare to other homes in Baxter 56425?

Among the 2,901 homes in Baxter 56425, it is worth more than 94% of them ($444,974 against a typical $223,040), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($261 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,704 ft² against a typical 1,382 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (1.19 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1985 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Crow Wing County, it is worth more than 86% 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 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 11978 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN was $2,654. The county assessed it at $154,000.

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