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$557,464$303 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $390,000 on Apr 10, 2014

1601 INDEPENDENCE AVE S

MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55426
4
Beds
4.3
Baths
1,837 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$557K
$527K low$587K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$390,000 · Apr 10, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,653 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$584,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$252,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$332,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$572,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$584,300

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
CountyHENNEPIN
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Lake

Transaction History(6)

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.

M
St. Louis Park Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Aquila Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
H
St. Louis Park High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: St. Louis Park Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55426These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,796
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,015 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,161
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,960
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

1601 Independence Ave S 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 93% of homes in Minneapolis 55426
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Minneapolis 55426
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Minneapolis 55426
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Minneapolis 55426

What homes are worth in Minneapolis 55426

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

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$128K$690K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Minneapolis 55426.

How it measures up in Minneapolis 55426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Minneapolis 55426.

Estimated value$557,464
CheaperTypical $341,127Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$303
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,837 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,180 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 1601 Independence Ave S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMinneapolis 55426Hennepin County
Estimated valuepricier than$557,46493% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30356% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,837 ft²91% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac84% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195966% of homes40% of homes

About 1601 Independence Ave S

How much is 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN is $557,464 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $527,449 to $587,479. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN last sell?

1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN last sold on Apr 10, 2014 for $390,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN?

1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN has 4 bedrooms, 4.3 bathrooms, 1,837 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN built?

1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN?

1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN is assigned to St. Louis Park Middle School (middle), rated C; Aquila Elementary School (elementary), rated B; St. Louis Park High School (high), rated B+. All sit in St. Louis Park Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN compare to other homes in Minneapolis 55426?

Among the 8,388 homes in Minneapolis 55426, it is worth more than 93% of them ($557,464 against a typical $341,127), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($303 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 91% of them (1,837 ft² against a typical 1,180 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1959 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Hennepin County, it is worth more than 77% 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 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1601 Independence Ave S, Minneapolis, MN was $8,653. The county assessed it at $584,300.

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