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$174,805$168 / 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 91How 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

12210 PONDEROSA DR

STAPLES, MN 56479
0
Baths
1,040 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.
3.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$175K
$160K low$190K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,244 (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.$243,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$242,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$243,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyWADENA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.84
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 144 ft²

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

E
Staples-Motley Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.6 mi
M
Staples-Motley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Staples-Motley Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Staples-Motley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56479These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.5,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

12210 Ponderosa 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 70% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Wadena County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Staples 56479

What homes are worth in Staples 56479

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

This home
$30K$406K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Staples 56479.

How it measures up in Staples 56479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Staples 56479.

Estimated value$174,805
CheaperTypical $122,978Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 956 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size3.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 12210 Ponderosa Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStaples 56479Wadena County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,80570% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16871% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²58% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.84 ac68% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than200180% of homes69% of homes

About 12210 Ponderosa Dr

How much is 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN is $174,805 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $159,718 to $189,892. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN last sell?

12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN?

12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN has 1,040 square feet of living space and a 3.84-acre lot.

When was 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN built?

12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN was built in 2001, making it 25 years old.

What schools serve 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN?

12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN is assigned to Staples-Motley Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Staples-Motley Middle School (middle), rated C; Staples-Motley Senior High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Staples-Motley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN compare to other homes in Staples 56479?

Among the 2,363 homes in Staples 56479, it is worth more than 70% of them ($174,805 against a typical $122,978), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($168 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 956 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (3.84 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2001 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Wadena County, it is worth more than 59% 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 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12210 Ponderosa Dr, Staples, MN was $2,244. The county assessed it at $243,000.

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