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$198,314$161 / 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 95How 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 $155,000 on Oct 25, 2021

261 8TH ST W

HECTOR, MN 55342
0
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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$198K
$188K low$208K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Oct 25, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,914 (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.$211,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,000

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
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.

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.0.24
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.Shed · 120 ft²Patio · 324 ft²

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.

M
Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.5 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 8th St W 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.

  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Renville County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% 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
$43K$499K

This home is worth more than 64% 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$198,314
CheaperTypical $165,491Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 261 8th St W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHector 55342Renville County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,31464% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16149% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²72% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac21% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than196564% of homes64% of homes

About 261 8th St W

How much is 261 8th St W, Hector, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 8th St W, Hector, MN is $198,314 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $188,265 to $208,363. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 8th St W, Hector, MN last sell?

261 8th St W, Hector, MN last sold on Oct 25, 2021 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 8th St W, Hector, MN?

261 8th St W, Hector, MN has 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 261 8th St W, Hector, MN built?

261 8th St W, Hector, MN was built in 1965, making it 61 years old.

What schools serve 261 8th St W, Hector, MN?

261 8th St W, Hector, MN is assigned to Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart High School (middle), rated C-; 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 8th St W, Hector, MN compare to other homes in Hector 55342?

Among the 831 homes in Hector 55342, it is worth more than 64% of them ($198,314 against a typical $165,491), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($161 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1965 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Renville County, it is worth more than 64% 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 8th St W, Hector, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 8th St W, Hector, MN was $3,914. The county assessed it at $211,000.

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