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$148,025$120 / 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 81How 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 $230,000 on May 6, 2022

255 RIVER ST

PAYNESVILLE, MN 56362
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,232 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$148K
$120K low$176K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$230,000 · May 6, 2022
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.$148,025
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$118,420

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,020 (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.$241,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$214,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$235,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,900

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
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.Ranch
CountySTEARNS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
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
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
Paynesville Area Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.9 mi
M
Paynesville Area Secondary SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 9.4 mi

District: Paynesville Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56362These 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.157
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.80%
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.5.6%
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.6,547
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,467
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.55%

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

255 River St 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 77% of homes in Stearns County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Stearns County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Paynesville 56362

What homes are worth in Paynesville 56362

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

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$79K$605K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Paynesville 56362.

How it measures up in Paynesville 56362

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Paynesville 56362.

Estimated value$148,025
CheaperTypical $213,734Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,384 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 255 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaynesville 56362Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,02524% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12030% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²37% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac45% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than198565% of homes53% of homes

About 255 River St

How much is 255 River St, Paynesville, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 River St, Paynesville, MN is $148,025 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $119,720 to $176,330. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 River St, Paynesville, MN last sell?

255 River St, Paynesville, MN last sold on May 6, 2022 for $230,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 255 River St, Paynesville, MN?

255 River St, Paynesville, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 255 River St, Paynesville, MN built?

255 River St, Paynesville, MN was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 River St, Paynesville, MN?

255 River St, Paynesville, MN is assigned to Paynesville Area Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Paynesville Area Secondary School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Paynesville Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 River St, Paynesville, MN compare to other homes in Paynesville 56362?

Among the 3,026 homes in Paynesville 56362, it is worth more than 24% of them ($148,025 against a typical $213,734), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($120 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,384 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1985 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 23% 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 255 River St, Paynesville, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 255 River St, Paynesville, MN was $3,020. The county assessed it at $241,900.

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