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$190,693$109 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $131,500 on Aug 7, 2009

281 LAFOND AVE

SAINT PAUL, MN 55103
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,745 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.
0.18 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$191K
$170K low$211K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$131,500 · Aug 7, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,848 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$236,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$211,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$249,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$236,500

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.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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.Bi-Level
CountyRAMSEY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(6)

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

E
Maxfield Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Central High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Hidden River Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: St. Paul Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55103These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.8

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.94%
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.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,701
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,303 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,339
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,833
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

281 Lafond Ave 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 89% of homes in Ramsey County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Ramsey County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Frogtown
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Frogtown
  • Older than 90% of homes in Ramsey County

What homes are worth in Saint Paul 55103

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

This home
$108K$505K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Saint Paul 55103.

How it measures up in Saint Paul 55103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Paul 55103.

Estimated value$190,693
CheaperTypical $219,812Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$109
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,745 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1912Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 281 Lafond Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFrogtownSaint Paul 55103Ramsey County
Estimated valuepricier than$190,69336% of homes30% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1095% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,745 ft²82% of homes80% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac88% of homes84% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than190641% of homes38% of homes10% of homes

About 281 Lafond Ave

How much is 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN is $190,693 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $170,480 to $210,906. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN last sell?

281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN last sold on Aug 7, 2009 for $131,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN?

281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,745 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN built?

281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN?

281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN is assigned to Maxfield Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Central High School (high), rated B; Hidden River Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in St. Paul Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN compare to other homes in Saint Paul 55103?

Among the 2,610 homes in Saint Paul 55103, it is worth more than 30% of them ($190,693 against a typical $219,812), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($109 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,745 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1906 against a typical 1912). Measured against all of Ramsey County, it is worth more than 11% 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 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Lafond Ave, Saint Paul, MN was $5,848. The county assessed it at $236,500.

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