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$164,980$130 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $232,000 on Apr 2, 2021

217 8TH AVE S

SAUK RAPIDS, MN 56379
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,269 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$165K
$150K low$180K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$232,000 · Apr 2, 2021
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.128%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$220,400
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Apr 2, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,488 (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.$301,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$278,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,600

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.26
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Split Level
CountyBENTON
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.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
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 · 120 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.

M
Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Mississippi Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Sauk Rapids-Rice High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 56379These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.96%
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.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,160
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.211 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,136
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,443
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°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.58%

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 8th Ave S 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 70% of homes in Benton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Benton County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Benton County

What homes are worth in Sauk Rapids 56379

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

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$92K$570K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Sauk Rapids 56379.

How it measures up in Sauk Rapids 56379

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sauk Rapids 56379.

Estimated value$164,980
CheaperTypical $195,990Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,269 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 217 8th Ave S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSauk Rapids 56379Benton County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,98031% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13024% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,269 ft²52% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac54% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than196826% of homes25% of homes

About 217 8th Ave S

How much is 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN is $164,980 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $149,779 to $180,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN last sell?

217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN last sold on Apr 2, 2021 for $232,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN?

217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,269 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN built?

217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN?

217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN is assigned to Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School (middle), rated C; Mississippi Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Sauk Rapids-Rice High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN compare to other homes in Sauk Rapids 56379?

Among the 5,929 homes in Sauk Rapids 56379, it is worth more than 31% of them ($164,980 against a typical $195,990), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($130 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,269 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1968 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Benton County, it is worth more than 30% 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 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 217 8th Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN was $3,488. The county assessed it at $301,600.

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