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$571,261$381 / 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 91How 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

18261 COUNTY ROAD 2

WATKINS, MN 55389
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,500 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.
121.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$571K
$519K low$624K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,110 (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.$1,150,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$951,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,100,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,150,500

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.46
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.26 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.Rural Residence
CountySTEARNS
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.121.94
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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.Central
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.Shed · 48 ft²

Neighborhood · ZIP 55389These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.2,924
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,812
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,421
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

18261 County Road 2 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 96% of homes in Stearns County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Stearns County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Among the largest lots in Stearns County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Stearns County

What homes are worth in Watkins 55389

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

This home
$70K$739K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Watkins 55389.

How it measures up in Watkins 55389

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watkins 55389.

Estimated value$571,261
CheaperTypical $244,900Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size121.94 ac
SmallerTypical 2.07 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 18261 County Road 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatkins 55389Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$571,26194% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38195% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²66% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than121.94 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than191412% of homes7% of homes

About 18261 County Road 2

How much is 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN is $571,261 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $518,780 to $623,742. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN last sell?

18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN?

18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,500 square feet of living space and a 121.94-acre lot.

When was 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN built?

18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN compare to other homes in Watkins 55389?

Among the 1,161 homes in Watkins 55389, it is worth more than 94% of them ($571,261 against a typical $244,900), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($381 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (121.94 ac against a typical 2.07 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1914 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 96% 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 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 18261 County Road 2, Watkins, MN was $5,110. The county assessed it at $1,150,500.

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