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$123,716$111 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $68,000 on Feb 19, 2019

240 ELM

WATSON, MN 56295
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,110 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.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$124K
$114K low$134K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$68,000 · Feb 19, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,868 (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.$92,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,600

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.25
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
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.
42
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCHIPPEWA
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)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Ramsey Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 5.1 mi
H
Montevideo Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi
M
Montevideo Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 6.7 mi

District: Montevideo Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56295These 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.132
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 100.20

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.208
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,227
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,888
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

240 Elm 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 75% of homes in Watson 56295
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Chippewa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Watson 56295

What homes are worth in Watson 56295

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

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$32K$253K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Watson 56295.

How it measures up in Watson 56295

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watson 56295.

Estimated value$123,716
CheaperTypical $86,265Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,110 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,110 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 240 Elm ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatson 56295Chippewa County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,71675% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11168% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,110 ft²52% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac21% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than195961% of homes64% of homes

About 240 Elm

How much is 240 Elm, Watson, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Elm, Watson, MN is $123,716 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $113,804 to $133,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Elm, Watson, MN last sell?

240 Elm, Watson, MN last sold on Feb 19, 2019 for $68,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 240 Elm, Watson, MN?

240 Elm, Watson, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1,110 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 240 Elm, Watson, MN built?

240 Elm, Watson, MN was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 240 Elm, Watson, MN?

240 Elm, Watson, MN is assigned to Ramsey Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Montevideo Senior High School (high), rated B+; Montevideo Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Montevideo Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 240 Elm, Watson, MN compare to other homes in Watson 56295?

Among the 136 homes in Watson 56295, it is worth more than 75% of them ($123,716 against a typical $86,265), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($111 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,110 ft² against a typical 1,110 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1959 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Chippewa County, it is worth more than 37% 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 240 Elm, Watson, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 240 Elm, Watson, MN was $1,868. The county assessed it at $92,600.

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