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$353,516$200 / 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 89How 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 $285,000 on Jul 23, 2018

26996 ROSS LAKE RD

AITKIN, MN 56431
4
Beds
0
Baths
1,764 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.
2.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$354K
$314K low$393K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Jul 23, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$698 (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.$553,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$215,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$338,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$517,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$553,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.148 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCROW WING
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.71
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.Oil
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 479 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Aitkin High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 10.4 mi
E
Rippleside Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 10.8 mi

District: Aitkin Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56431These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.63%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,323
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,632
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°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.59%

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How this home compares

26996 Ross Lake Rd 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 69% of homes in Crow Wing County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Aitkin 56431
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Aitkin 56431
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Crow Wing County

What homes are worth in Aitkin 56431

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

This home
$86K$745K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Aitkin 56431.

How it measures up in Aitkin 56431

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Aitkin 56431.

Estimated value$353,516
CheaperTypical $282,770Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $272Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,104 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size2.71 ac
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 26996 Ross Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAitkin 56431Crow Wing County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,51667% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20026% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,764 ft²88% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.71 ac67% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than198854% of homes45% of homes

About 26996 Ross Lake Rd

How much is 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN is $353,516 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $314,075 to $392,957. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN last sell?

26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN last sold on Jul 23, 2018 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN?

26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN has 4 bedrooms, 1,764 square feet of living space and a 2.71-acre lot.

When was 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN built?

26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN?

26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN is assigned to Aitkin High School (middle), rated B; Rippleside Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Aitkin Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN compare to other homes in Aitkin 56431?

Among the 9,422 homes in Aitkin 56431, it is worth more than 67% of them ($353,516 against a typical $282,770), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($200 against a typical $272), it is bigger than 88% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 1,104 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (2.71 ac against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1988 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Crow Wing County, it is worth more than 69% 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 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 26996 Ross Lake Rd, Aitkin, MN was $698. The county assessed it at $553,800.

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