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$256,966$102 / 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 95How 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 $138,800 on May 14, 2019

126 3RD ST

BLUFFTON, MN 56518
2
Baths
2,508 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$257K
$243K 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.$138,800 · May 14, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,136 (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.$227,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$223,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,000

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.42
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
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.
30
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.18 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyOTTER TAIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.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.Deck · 96 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

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

M
Wadena-Deer Creek Senior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.5 mi
E
Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.8 mi

District: Wadena-Deer Creek School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56518These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,579
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,710
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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.59%

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How this home compares

126 3rd St 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 83% of homes in Bluffton 56518
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Otter Tail County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Bluffton 56518
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Bluffton 56518
  • Older than 83% of homes in Otter Tail County

What homes are worth in Bluffton 56518

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

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$85K$453K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Bluffton 56518.

How it measures up in Bluffton 56518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bluffton 56518.

Estimated value$256,966
CheaperTypical $195,612Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,076 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 3.98 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 126 3rd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBluffton 56518Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,96683% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1025% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,508 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac6% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than193732% of homes17% of homes

About 126 3rd St

How much is 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN is $256,966 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $243,354 to $270,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN last sell?

126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN last sold on May 14, 2019 for $138,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN?

126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN has 2 bathrooms, 2,508 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN built?

126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN?

126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN is assigned to Wadena-Deer Creek Senior High School (middle), rated B-; Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Wadena-Deer Creek School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN compare to other homes in Bluffton 56518?

Among the 188 homes in Bluffton 56518, it is worth more than 83% of them ($256,966 against a typical $195,612), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($102 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 98% of them (2,508 ft² against a typical 1,076 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 3.98 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1937 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 40% 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 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 126 3rd St, Bluffton, MN was $2,136. The county assessed it at $227,000.

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