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$176,347$367 / 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

229 SCENIC DR

KNIFE RIVER, MN 55609
2
Beds
1
Baths
480 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.
0.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$176K
$160K low$192K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$408 (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.$180,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,500

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.26
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyLAKE
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.80
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Sauna

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

E
Minnehaha Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.1 mi
M
Two Harbors Secondary SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.8 mi

District: Lake Superior Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55609These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
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.14
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,221
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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

229 Scenic Dr 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 94% of homes in Knife River 55609
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Knife River 55609
  • Older than 85% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Knife River 55609

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

This home
$141K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Knife River 55609.

How it measures up in Knife River 55609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Knife River 55609.

Estimated value$176,347
CheaperTypical $450,507Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$367
CheaperTypical $387Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,108 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 229 Scenic Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKnife River 55609Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$176,3476% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36738% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than480 ft²4% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.8 ac40% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than194220% of homes15% of homes

About 229 Scenic Dr

How much is 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN is $176,347 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $160,275 to $192,419. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN last sell?

229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN?

229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 480 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN built?

229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN?

229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN is assigned to Minnehaha Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Two Harbors Secondary School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Lake Superior Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN compare to other homes in Knife River 55609?

Among the 281 homes in Knife River 55609, it is worth more than 6% of them ($176,347 against a typical $450,507), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($367 against a typical $387), it is bigger than 4% of them (480 ft² against a typical 1,108 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.8 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1942 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 25% 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 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 Scenic Dr, Knife River, MN was $408. The county assessed it at $180,500.

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