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$276,519$182 / 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 90How 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

1523 12TH ST SW

WADENA, MN 56482
2
Baths
1,520 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
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

$277K
$250K low$303K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,854 (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.$267,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$254,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,400

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.37
26
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
49
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.4 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.0.34
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.Central
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 · 195 ft²

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

E
Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.1 mi
M
Wadena-Deer Creek Senior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Wadena-Deer Creek School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56482These 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.99
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 100.19

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,835
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,520
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,401
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°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

1523 12th St Sw 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 84% of homes in Wadena 56482
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Otter Tail County

What homes are worth in Wadena 56482

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

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$61K$425K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Wadena 56482.

How it measures up in Wadena 56482

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wadena 56482.

Estimated value$276,519
CheaperTypical $180,557Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,520 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,126 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 1523 12th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWadena 56482Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,51984% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18267% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,520 ft²80% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac47% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than197544% of homes45% of homes

About 1523 12th St Sw

How much is 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN is $276,519 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $250,134 to $302,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN last sell?

1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN?

1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN has 2 bathrooms, 1,520 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN built?

1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN?

1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN is assigned to Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Wadena-Deer Creek Senior High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Wadena-Deer Creek School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN compare to other homes in Wadena 56482?

Among the 2,694 homes in Wadena 56482, it is worth more than 84% of them ($276,519 against a typical $180,557), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($182 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,520 ft² against a typical 1,126 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1975 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 41% 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 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1523 12th St Sw, Wadena, MN was $1,854. The county assessed it at $267,400.

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