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$191,901$150 / 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 79How 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

217 1ST ST SE

ROTHSAY, MN 56579
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,278 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$192K
$152K low$232K high
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.$191,901
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$153,521

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,775 (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.$125,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$122,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,800

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.30
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
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.8 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountyOTTER TAIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Patio · 300 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

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

M
Rothsay Secondary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Rothsay Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi

District: Rothsay Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56579These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,025
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.$79,875
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,669
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

217 1st St Se 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 76% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Rothsay 56579
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Rothsay 56579
  • Older than 77% of homes in Otter Tail County

What homes are worth in Rothsay 56579

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

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$73K$523K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Rothsay 56579.

How it measures up in Rothsay 56579

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rothsay 56579.

Estimated value$191,901
CheaperTypical $215,933Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,278 ft²
SmallerTypical 912 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 4.16 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 217 1st St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRothsay 56579Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,90141% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15011% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,278 ft²77% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac16% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than194943% of homes23% of homes

About 217 1st St Se

How much is 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN is $191,901 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $152,118 to $231,684. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN last sell?

217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN?

217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,278 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN built?

217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN?

217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN is assigned to Rothsay Secondary School (middle), rated B; Rothsay Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Rothsay Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN compare to other homes in Rothsay 56579?

Among the 538 homes in Rothsay 56579, it is worth more than 41% of them ($191,901 against a typical $215,933), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($150 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,278 ft² against a typical 912 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 4.16 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1949 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 24% 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 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 1st St Se, Rothsay, MN was $1,775. The county assessed it at $125,800.

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