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$280,384$245 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

12838 170TH ST E

NERSTRAND, MN 55053
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,144 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$280K
$259K low$302K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,276 (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.$323,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$134,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$303,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$323,500

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyRICE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 60 ft²Patio · 372 ft²

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

E
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 10.8 mi
H
Faribault High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.6 mi
M
Faribault Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.7 mi

District: Faribault Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55053These 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.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.774
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,020
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,699
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

12838 170th St E 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 68% of homes in Nerstrand 55053
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Nerstrand 55053
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Nerstrand 55053
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Rice County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Rice County

What homes are worth in Nerstrand 55053

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

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$136K$885K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Nerstrand 55053.

How it measures up in Nerstrand 55053

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Nerstrand 55053.

Estimated value$280,384
CheaperTypical $378,005Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 7.03 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 12838 170th St E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNerstrand 55053Rice County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,38432% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24566% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²13% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac43% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than195548% of homes29% of homes

About 12838 170th St E

How much is 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN is $280,384 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $259,259 to $301,509. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN last sell?

12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN?

12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN built?

12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN?

12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN is assigned to Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Faribault High School (high), rated D+; Faribault Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Faribault Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN compare to other homes in Nerstrand 55053?

Among the 492 homes in Nerstrand 55053, it is worth more than 32% of them ($280,384 against a typical $378,005), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($245 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (5 ac against a typical 7.03 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1955 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Rice County, it is worth more than 33% 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 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12838 170th St E, Nerstrand, MN was $2,276. The county assessed it at $323,500.

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