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$198,131$231 / 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 84How 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 $258,000 on Sep 6, 2023

159 5TH ST NW

FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
2
Beds
1
Baths
858 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$198K
$167K low$230K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,000 · Sep 6, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,792 (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.$266,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$191,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$266,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Split Foyer
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Yes
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

Transaction History(1)

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
Forest View Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Forest Lake Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Forest Lake Area Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Forest Lake Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55025These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.28,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.331 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,578
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

159 5th St Nw 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 94% of homes in Washington County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Older than 68% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Forest Lake 55025

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

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$174K$804K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Forest Lake 55025.

How it measures up in Forest Lake 55025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Lake 55025.

Estimated value$198,131
CheaperTypical $313,501Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area858 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 159 5th St Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Lake 55025Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,1317% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23160% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than858 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac19% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than198238% of homes32% of homes

About 159 5th St Nw

How much is 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN is $198,131 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $166,695 to $229,567. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN last sell?

159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN last sold on Sep 6, 2023 for $258,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN?

159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 858 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN built?

159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a split foyer home.

What schools serve 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN?

159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN is assigned to Forest View Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Forest Lake Area High School (high), rated B+; Forest Lake Area Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Forest Lake Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN compare to other homes in Forest Lake 55025?

Among the 9,614 homes in Forest Lake 55025, it is worth more than 7% of them ($198,131 against a typical $313,501), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($231 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 3% of them (858 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1982 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 6% 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 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 5th St Nw, Forest Lake, MN was $2,792. The county assessed it at $266,000.

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