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$241,439$259 / 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
Last sold for $294,900 on Dec 13, 2024

281 NEWSPAPER RUN NE

KIMBALL, MN 55353
2
Beds
0
Baths
934 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$241K
$224K low$259K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$294,900 · Dec 13, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,896 (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.$276,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$236,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$258,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,400

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySTEARNS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Kimball Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades EE–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Kimball Area High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Kimball Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55353These 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.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,946
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,454
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

281 Newspaper Run Ne 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 93% of homes in Stearns County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Stearns County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Kimball 55353
  • Among the newest homes in Kimball 55353

What homes are worth in Kimball 55353

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

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$88K$588K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Kimball 55353.

How it measures up in Kimball 55353

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kimball 55353.

Estimated value$241,439
CheaperTypical $260,352Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area934 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1.34 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 281 Newspaper Run Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKimball 55353Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,43944% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25983% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than934 ft²13% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac17% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 281 Newspaper Run Ne

How much is 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN is $241,439 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $224,217 to $258,661. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN last sell?

281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN last sold on Dec 13, 2024 for $294,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN?

281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN has 2 bedrooms, 934 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN built?

281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN?

281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN is assigned to Kimball Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Kimball Area High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Kimball Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN compare to other homes in Kimball 55353?

Among the 1,530 homes in Kimball 55353, it is worth more than 44% of them ($241,439 against a typical $260,352), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($259 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 13% of them (934 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 1.34 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 62% 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 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Newspaper Run Ne, Kimball, MN was $2,896. The county assessed it at $276,400.

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