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$324,755$113 / 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 93How 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 $335,000 on Dec 16, 2016

12278 SCENIC RIVER DR

BAXTER, MN 56425
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,872 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.
0.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$325K
$302K low$348K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · Dec 16, 2016
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.$324,755
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$259,804

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,916 (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.$537,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$472,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$576,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$537,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.97
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.GazeboDeck · 405 ft²Porch · 192 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 · 1.3 mi
M
Forestview Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Brainerd Senior High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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

12278 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 81% of homes in Baxter 56425
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Baxter 56425
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Baxter 56425
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% 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.

This home
$123K$562K

This home is worth more than 81% 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$324,755
CheaperTypical $222,306Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,872 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,378 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.67 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 12278 Scenic River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBaxter 56425Crow Wing County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,75581% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11311% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,872 ft²96% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.97 ac73% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than199964% of homes63% of homes

About 12278 Scenic River Dr

How much is 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN is $324,755 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $301,684 to $347,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN last sell?

12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN last sold on Dec 16, 2016 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN?

12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,872 square feet of living space and a 0.97-acre lot.

When was 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN built?

12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN?

12278 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 12278 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 81% of them ($324,755 against a typical $222,306), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($113 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,872 ft² against a typical 1,378 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.97 ac against a typical 0.67 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1999 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Crow Wing County, it is worth more than 72% 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 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12278 Scenic River Dr, Baxter, MN was $5,916. The county assessed it at $537,400.

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