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$451,872$175 / 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 78How 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 $215,000 on May 17, 2021

12981 251ST AVE

STAPLES, MN 56479
0
Baths
2,584 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.
39.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$452K
$352K low$552K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · May 17, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,928 (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.$723,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$169,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$554,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$696,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$723,300

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.48
97
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.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
49
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.126 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyWADENA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.40
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 29 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
Staples-Motley Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.9 mi
M
Staples-Motley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Staples-Motley Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Staples-Motley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56479These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.5,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 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

12981 251st Ave 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 98% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Wadena County
  • Among the largest homes in Staples 56479
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Staples 56479

What homes are worth in Staples 56479

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

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$38K$438K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Staples 56479.

How it measures up in Staples 56479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Staples 56479.

Estimated value$451,872
CheaperTypical $149,202Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area2,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size39.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 12981 251st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStaples 56479Wadena County
Estimated valuepricier than$451,87298% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17559% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,584 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39.4 ac89% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than199065% of homes44% of homes

About 12981 251st Ave

How much is 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN is $451,872 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $351,655 to $552,089. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN last sell?

12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN last sold on May 17, 2021 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN?

12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN has 2,584 square feet of living space and a 39.40-acre lot.

When was 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN built?

12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN?

12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN is assigned to Staples-Motley Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Staples-Motley Middle School (middle), rated C; Staples-Motley Senior High School (high), rated B. All sit in Staples-Motley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN compare to other homes in Staples 56479?

Among the 2,390 homes in Staples 56479, it is worth more than 98% of them ($451,872 against a typical $149,202), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($175 against a typical $157), it is bigger than almost all of them (2,584 ft² against a typical 960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (39.4 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1990 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Wadena County, it is worth more than 97% 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 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12981 251st Ave, Staples, MN was $6,928. The county assessed it at $723,300.

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