Single Family ResidenceResidential
307 HILLESTAD AVE S
FOSSTON, MN 56542
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,728 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,612 (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.$177,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$192,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,200
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
31
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
37
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.5 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
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 220 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
ME
Fosston Secondary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.2 mi
Magelssen Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
District: Fosston Public School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 56542These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,009
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,949
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 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
307 Hillestad Ave S 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 Polk County
- Older than 69% of homes in Polk County
How it measures up in Fosston 56542
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fosston 56542.
Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 72% of homes nearby
Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 2.45 acBigger
Bigger than 40% of homes nearby
Year built1946
OlderTypical 1961Newer
Newer than 38% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Fosston 56542 | Polk County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,728 ft² | 72% of homes | 74% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.51 ac | 40% of homes | 56% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1946 | 38% of homes | 31% of homes |
About 307 Hillestad Ave S
When did 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN last sell?
307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN?
307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.
When was 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN built?
307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN?
307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN is assigned to Fosston Secondary School (middle), rated A; Magelssen Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Fosston Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN compare to other homes in Fosston 56542?
Among the 1,241 homes in Fosston 56542, it is bigger than 72% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 2.45 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1946 against a typical 1961). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN?
The 2026 property tax bill for 307 Hillestad Ave S, Fosston, MN was $2,612. The county assessed it at $177,300.
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- 208 Hillestad Ave$71K2 bd · 1,456 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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Closest homes
- 307 Hillestad Ave S102 ft · 2,701 ft² · Sold $54K · Mar 2002
- 305 Hillestad Ave S$110K133 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,012 ft² · Sold $63K · Oct 2000
- 208 3rd St Se$75K204 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 ft² · Sold $26K · May 2007
- 315 Hilligoss Blvd Se$66K182 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,100 ft² · Sold $69K · Jul 2016
- 306 Hillestad Ave S$85K206 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,044 ft² · Sold $75K · Jul 2022
- 220 Hillestad Ave S$65K294 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,056 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 208 Hillestad Ave S$71K374 ft · 2 bd · 1,456 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 314 Hillestad Ave S$73K255 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,120 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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