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$274,059$182 / 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 94How 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

1940 LAVELL RD

FORBES, MN 55738
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,508 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.
20 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$274K
$258K low$290K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,600 (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.$325,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$273,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$306,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,400

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.106 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyST. LOUIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.SaunaDeck · 36 ft²

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

E
Cherry Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 10.8 mi
M
Cherry Secondary SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 10.8 mi

District: St. Louis County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55738These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.8

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.489
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,663
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.38°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

1940 Lavell Rd 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 86% of homes in Forbes 55738
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Forbes 55738
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Forbes 55738
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in St. Louis County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in St. Louis County

What homes are worth in Forbes 55738

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

This home
$65K$400K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Forbes 55738.

How it measures up in Forbes 55738

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forbes 55738.

Estimated value$274,059
CheaperTypical $174,303Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size20 ac
SmallerTypical 20 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 1940 Lavell Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForbes 55738St. Louis County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,05986% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18280% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,508 ft²82% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20 ac53% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197850% of homes70% of homes

About 1940 Lavell Rd

How much is 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN is $274,059 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $258,268 to $289,850. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN last sell?

1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN?

1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,508 square feet of living space and a 20.00-acre lot.

When was 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN built?

1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN?

1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN is assigned to Cherry Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Cherry Secondary School (middle), rated C+. All sit in St. Louis County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN compare to other homes in Forbes 55738?

Among the 357 homes in Forbes 55738, it is worth more than 86% of them ($274,059 against a typical $174,303), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($182 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,508 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (20 ac against a typical 20 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1978 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of St. Louis County, it is worth more than 61% 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 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1940 Lavell Rd, Forbes, MN was $2,600. The county assessed it at $325,400.

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