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$466,257$338 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $589,900 on Nov 8, 2005

12161 197TH CT NW

ELK RIVER, MN 55330
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
1,381 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.
2.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$466K
$356K low$576K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$589,900 · Nov 8, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,230 (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.$711,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$177,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$534,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$720,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$711,900

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.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountySHERBURNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.48
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Wet barPorch · 285 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Meadowvale Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
VandenBerge Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Elk River High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Elk River Area Isd 728

Neighborhood · ZIP 55330These 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.71
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 100.9

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,987
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.465 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,701
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,035
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

12161 197th Ct Nw 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 90% of homes in Sherburne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Elk River 55330
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Sherburne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Elk River 55330
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Sherburne County

What homes are worth in Elk River 55330

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

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$154K$625K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Elk River 55330.

How it measures up in Elk River 55330

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elk River 55330.

Estimated value$466,257
CheaperTypical $311,879Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $228Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,381 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size2.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 12161 197th Ct Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElk River 55330Sherburne County
Estimated valuepricier than$466,25788% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33889% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,381 ft²54% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.48 ac81% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than200365% of homes73% of homes

About 12161 197th Ct Nw

How much is 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN is $466,257 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $356,069 to $576,445. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN last sell?

12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN last sold on Nov 8, 2005 for $589,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN?

12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,381 square feet of living space and a 2.48-acre lot.

When was 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN built?

12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN?

12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN is assigned to Meadowvale Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; VandenBerge Middle School (middle), rated B; Elk River High School (high), rated A. All sit in Elk River Area Isd 728. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN compare to other homes in Elk River 55330?

Among the 16,054 homes in Elk River 55330, it is worth more than 88% of them ($466,257 against a typical $311,879), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($338 against a typical $228), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,381 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (2.48 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (2003 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Sherburne County, it is worth more than 90% 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 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12161 197th Ct Nw, Elk River, MN was $10,230. The county assessed it at $711,900.

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