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$239,014$138 / 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 83How 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 $298,000 on Aug 11, 2023

1256 ISLAND DR

FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,728 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.
1,681 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$239K
$199K low$279K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$298,000 · Aug 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,920 (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.$286,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$209,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$284,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$286,400

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.39 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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 64 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Forest View Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Forest Lake Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Forest Lake Area Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Forest Lake Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55025These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.331 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

1256 Island 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 less than 85% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Washington County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Forest Lake 55025

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

This home
$171K$763K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Forest Lake 55025.

How it measures up in Forest Lake 55025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Lake 55025.

Estimated value$239,014
CheaperTypical $314,009Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size1,681 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 1256 Island Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Lake 55025Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,01421% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13810% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²68% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,681 ft²6% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than199864% of homes62% of homes

About 1256 Island Dr

How much is 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN is $239,014 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $198,942 to $279,086. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN last sell?

1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN last sold on Aug 11, 2023 for $298,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN?

1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN built?

1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN?

1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN is assigned to Forest View Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Forest Lake Area High School (high), rated B+; Forest Lake Area Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Forest Lake Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN compare to other homes in Forest Lake 55025?

Among the 9,608 homes in Forest Lake 55025, it is worth more than 21% of them ($239,014 against a typical $314,009), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($138 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (1,681 ft² against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1998 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 15% 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 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1256 Island Dr, Forest Lake, MN was $2,920. The county assessed it at $286,400.

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