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$548,426$384 / 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 96How 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 $303,000 on Dec 30, 2010

24257 CATES AVE

FARIBAULT, MN 55021
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,428 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.
9.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$548K
$527K low$570K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$303,000 · Dec 30, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,406 (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.$588,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$159,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$428,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$551,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$588,100

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.47
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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.11 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
CountyRICE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.06
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Garage, Attached
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 · 168 ft²Porch · 288 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Medford Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.4 mi
M
Medford Secondary SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Medford Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55021These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.31,482
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,459
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

24257 Cates Ave 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 89% of homes in Faribault 55021
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Faribault 55021
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Faribault 55021

What homes are worth in Faribault 55021

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

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$119K$806K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Faribault 55021.

How it measures up in Faribault 55021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Faribault 55021.

Estimated value$548,426
CheaperTypical $294,879Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$384
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size9.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 24257 Cates Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFaribault 55021Rice County
Estimated valuepricier than$548,42689% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38496% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²55% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.06 ac89% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198263% of homes54% of homes

About 24257 Cates Ave

How much is 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN is $548,426 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $526,750 to $570,102. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN last sell?

24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN last sold on Dec 30, 2010 for $303,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN?

24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,428 square feet of living space and a 9.06-acre lot.

When was 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN built?

24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN?

24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN is assigned to Medford Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Medford Secondary School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Medford Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN compare to other homes in Faribault 55021?

Among the 11,107 homes in Faribault 55021, it is worth more than 89% of them ($548,426 against a typical $294,879), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($384 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (9.06 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1982 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Rice County, it is worth more than 84% 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 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 24257 Cates Ave, Faribault, MN was $4,406. The county assessed it at $588,100.

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