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$217,247$241 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $92,000 on Oct 8, 2026

12596 COUNTY ROAD 51

SAINT JOSEPH, MN 56374
2
Beds
1
Baths
900 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$217K
$163K low$271K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$92,000 · Oct 8, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$856 (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.$82,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$82,200

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.29
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.
56
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.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySTEARNS
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.1940
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
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.None
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.Shed · 144 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
Kennedy Community SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Apollo High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi

District: St. Cloud Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56374These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,970
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.168 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,765
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,748
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

12596 County Road 51 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 Saint Joseph 56374
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Stearns County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Saint Joseph 56374
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Stearns County
  • Among the oldest homes in Saint Joseph 56374

What homes are worth in Saint Joseph 56374

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

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$148K$839K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Saint Joseph 56374.

How it measures up in Saint Joseph 56374

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Joseph 56374.

Estimated value$217,247
CheaperTypical $305,881Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$241
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,292 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 12596 County Road 51 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Joseph 56374Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,24715% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24149% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²7% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac71% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than1890almost no homesalmost no homes

About 12596 County Road 51

How much is 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN is $217,247 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $163,086 to $271,408. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN last sell?

12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN last sold on Oct 8, 2026 for $92,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN?

12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN built?

12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN?

12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN is assigned to Kennedy Community School (elementary), rated C+; Apollo High School (high), rated D+. All sit in St. Cloud Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN compare to other homes in Saint Joseph 56374?

Among the 3,165 homes in Saint Joseph 56374, it is worth more than 15% of them ($217,247 against a typical $305,881), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($241 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 7% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,292 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1890 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 29% 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 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12596 County Road 51, Saint Joseph, MN was $856. The county assessed it at $82,200.

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