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$131,536$117 / 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 61How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $128,000 on Oct 7, 2025

17840 AMES CT

FARIBAULT, MN 55021
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,120 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.
1.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$132K
$81K low$182K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$128,000 · Oct 7, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$131,536
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$105,229

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,244 (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.$317,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$303,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$317,200

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
CountyRICE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.44
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.Yes
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.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 · 216 ft²Patio · 105 ft²Porch · 335 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Faribault High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Faribault Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Faribault Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55021These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.31,481
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,459
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

17840 Ames Ct 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 95% of homes in Rice County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Rice County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Rice County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Faribault 55021

What homes are worth in Faribault 55021

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

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$102K$718K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Faribault 55021.

How it measures up in Faribault 55021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Faribault 55021.

Estimated value$131,536
CheaperTypical $239,943Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,355 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 17840 Ames Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFaribault 55021Rice County
Estimated valuepricier than$131,5369% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11717% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²27% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.43 ac77% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than197655% of homes46% of homes

About 17840 Ames Ct

How much is 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN is $131,536 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $80,785 to $182,287. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN last sell?

17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN last sold on Oct 7, 2025 for $128,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN?

17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 1.44-acre lot.

When was 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN built?

17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN?

17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN is assigned to Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Faribault High School (high), rated C; 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 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN compare to other homes in Faribault 55021?

Among the 11,108 homes in Faribault 55021, it is worth more than 9% of them ($131,536 against a typical $239,943), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($117 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,355 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (1.43 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1976 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Rice County, it is worth more than 5% 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 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17840 Ames Ct, Faribault, MN was $2,244. The county assessed it at $317,200.

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