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$221,424$284 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $220,000 on Apr 15, 2026

256 2ND AVE SE

PERHAM, MN 56573
1 / 1
Baths
780 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$221K
$217K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Apr 15, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,096 (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.$212,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$191,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$212,800

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
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyOTTER TAIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 260 ft²Porch · 32 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
Heart of the Lake Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Prairie Wind Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Perham Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Perham-Dent Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56573These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.6,882
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,014
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,433
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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.59%

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How this home compares

256 2nd Ave Se 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 76% of homes in Perham 56573
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Perham 56573
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Perham 56573

What homes are worth in Perham 56573

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

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$109K$754K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Perham 56573.

How it measures up in Perham 56573

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Perham 56573.

Estimated value$221,424
CheaperTypical $311,759Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $287Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 256 2nd Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePerham 56573Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,42424% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28448% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than780 ft²22% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac29% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than193512% of homes16% of homes

About 256 2nd Ave Se

How much is 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN is $221,424 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $217,426 to $225,422. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN last sell?

256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN last sold on Apr 15, 2026 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN?

256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN has 1 bathrooms, 780 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN built?

256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN?

256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN is assigned to Heart of the Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Prairie Wind Middle School (middle), rated B-; Perham Senior High School (high), rated B. All sit in Perham-Dent Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN compare to other homes in Perham 56573?

Among the 4,491 homes in Perham 56573, it is worth more than 24% of them ($221,424 against a typical $311,759), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($284 against a typical $287), it is bigger than 22% of them (780 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1935 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 31% 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 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 2nd Ave Se, Perham, MN was $2,096. The county assessed it at $212,800.

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