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$257,396$220 / 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 89How 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

1937 26TH AVE SW

BACKUS, MN 56435
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,172 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.
2.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$257K
$229K low$286K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,224 (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.$262,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$229,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$232,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,400

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.44 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.Ranch
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.55
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.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 127 ft²ShedPorch · 240 ft²

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

M
Pine River-Backus High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.9 mi

District: Pine River-Backus Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56435These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.55%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,298
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,325
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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

1937 26th Ave 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 less than 65% of homes in Cass County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Cass County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Backus 56435

What homes are worth in Backus 56435

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

This home
$76K$678K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Backus 56435.

How it measures up in Backus 56435

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Backus 56435.

Estimated value$257,396
CheaperTypical $266,368Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,172 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size2.55 ac
SmallerTypical 2.24 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 1937 26th Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBackus 56435Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$257,39647% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22049% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,172 ft²60% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.55 ac56% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than200276% of homes74% of homes

About 1937 26th Ave Sw

How much is 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN is $257,396 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $229,047 to $285,745. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN last sell?

1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN?

1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,172 square feet of living space and a 2.55-acre lot.

When was 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN built?

1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN?

1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN is assigned to Pine River-Backus High School (middle), rated C+; Pine River-Backus Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Pine River-Backus Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN compare to other homes in Backus 56435?

Among the 2,499 homes in Backus 56435, it is worth more than 47% of them ($257,396 against a typical $266,368), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($220 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,172 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (2.55 ac against a typical 2.24 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2002 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 35% 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 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1937 26th Ave Sw, Backus, MN was $1,224. The county assessed it at $262,400.

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