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$286,043$123 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $150,000 on Feb 12, 2016

12242 S RACHEL RD SW

FARWELL, MN 56327
0
Baths
2,332 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.
10 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$286K
$263K low$309K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Feb 12, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,754 (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.$273,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,600

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.38
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 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
CountyDOUGLAS
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.Wetland
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 60 ft²Shed · 264 ft²Porch · 140 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Lincoln Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 10.5 mi
H
Alexandria Area High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.6 mi
M
Discovery Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.7 mi

District: Alexandria Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56327These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.893
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,473
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,621
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

12242 S Rachel 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 94% of homes in Farwell 56327
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Farwell 56327
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Douglas County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Farwell 56327

What homes are worth in Farwell 56327

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

This home
$83K$977K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Farwell 56327.

How it measures up in Farwell 56327

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farwell 56327.

Estimated value$286,043
CheaperTypical $335,417Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$123
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,332 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size10 ac
SmallerTypical 1.62 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarwell 56327Douglas County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,04338% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1236% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,332 ft²78% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10 ac85% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than197019% of homes30% of homes

About 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw

How much is 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN is $286,043 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $263,439 to $308,647. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN last sell?

12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN last sold on Feb 12, 2016 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN built?

12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN?

12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Alexandria Area High School (high), rated A-; Discovery Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Alexandria Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN compare to other homes in Farwell 56327?

Among the 599 homes in Farwell 56327, it is worth more than 38% of them ($286,043 against a typical $335,417), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($123 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,332 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (10 ac against a typical 1.62 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1970 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Douglas County, it is worth more than 47% 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 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12242 S Rachel Rd Sw, Farwell, MN was $1,754. The county assessed it at $273,600.

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