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$379,489$264 / 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 93How 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

281 BENNETT RD

VERGAS, MN 56587
1 / 1
Baths
1,440 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$379K
$352K low$407K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,378 (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.$362,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$335,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$346,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$362,400

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.40
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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.13 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.0.72
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.Deck · 192 ft²Porch · 184 ft²

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

H
Perham Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.4 mi
M
Prairie Wind Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 11.4 mi
E
Heart of the Lake Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 11.5 mi

District: Perham-Dent Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56587These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.50%
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.4.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,646
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.25 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,614
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,303
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°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

281 Bennett 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 Otter Tail County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Vergas 56587
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Vergas 56587
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Otter Tail County

What homes are worth in Vergas 56587

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

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$92K$890K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Vergas 56587.

How it measures up in Vergas 56587

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vergas 56587.

Estimated value$379,489
CheaperTypical $332,392Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $341Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 988 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 1.38 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 281 Bennett Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVergas 56587Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$379,48960% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26425% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²78% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac33% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than200571% of homes79% of homes

About 281 Bennett Rd

How much is 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN is $379,489 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $351,503 to $407,475. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN last sell?

281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN?

281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN has 1 bathrooms, 1,440 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN built?

281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN?

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

How does 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN compare to other homes in Vergas 56587?

Among the 1,773 homes in Vergas 56587, it is worth more than 60% of them ($379,489 against a typical $332,392), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($264 against a typical $341), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 988 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 1.38 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (2005 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Otter Tail 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 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Bennett Rd, Vergas, MN was $3,378. The county assessed it at $362,400.

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