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$129,654$270 / 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 87How 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 $120,000 on Apr 21, 2025

261 2ND ST E

HECTOR, MN 55342
0
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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$130K
$113K low$146K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Apr 21, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,718 (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.$107,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$106,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,900

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.44
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.33 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
CountyRENVILLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 96 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.9 mi

District: Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55342These 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.120
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 100.17

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.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,818
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,638
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,433
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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%

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How this home compares

261 2nd St E 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Hector 55342
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Hector 55342
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Renville County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Hector 55342

What homes are worth in Hector 55342

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

This home
$33K$423K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Hector 55342.

How it measures up in Hector 55342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hector 55342.

Estimated value$129,654
CheaperTypical $131,551Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area480 ft²
SmallerTypical 966 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 261 2nd St E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHector 55342Renville County
Estimated valuepricier than$129,65449% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27090% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than480 ft²7% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac32% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than190613% of homes18% of homes

About 261 2nd St E

How much is 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN is $129,654 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $112,865 to $146,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN last sell?

261 2nd St E, Hector, MN last sold on Apr 21, 2025 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN?

261 2nd St E, Hector, MN has 480 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN built?

261 2nd St E, Hector, MN was built in 1906, making it 120 years old.

What schools serve 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN?

261 2nd St E, Hector, MN is assigned to Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart High School (middle), rated B-; Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN compare to other homes in Hector 55342?

Among the 839 homes in Hector 55342, it is worth more than 49% of them ($129,654 against a typical $131,551), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($270 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 7% of them (480 ft² against a typical 966 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1906 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Renville County, it is worth more than 44% 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 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 2nd St E, Hector, MN was $1,718. The county assessed it at $107,900.

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