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$164,125
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 76How 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 $39,000 on Jul 6, 2016

38295 US HIGHWAY 2 SE

FOSSTON, MN 56542
1
Baths
2.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$164K
$124K low$204K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$39,000 · Jul 6, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$688 (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.$61,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$61,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$61,600

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.31 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.Rural Residence
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.19
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.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 · 260 ft²

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

E
Magelssen Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.2 mi
M
Fosston Secondary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.5 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

38295 Us Highway 2 Se 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 76% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Polk County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Fosston 56542

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

This home
$52K$549K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Fosston 56542.

How it measures up in Fosston 56542

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fosston 56542.

Estimated value$164,125
CheaperTypical $197,565Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size2.19 ac
SmallerTypical 2.53 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 38295 Us Highway 2 Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFosston 56542Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,12538% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.19 ac49% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than190017% of homes12% of homes

About 38295 Us Highway 2 Se

How much is 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN is $164,125 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $124,054 to $204,196. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN last sell?

38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN last sold on Jul 6, 2016 for $39,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN?

38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN has 1 bathrooms and a 2.19-acre lot.

When was 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN built?

38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN was built in 1900, making it 126 years old.

What schools serve 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN?

38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN is assigned to Magelssen Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Fosston Secondary School (middle), rated B. All sit in Fosston Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN compare to other homes in Fosston 56542?

Among the 1,241 homes in Fosston 56542, it is worth more than 38% of them ($164,125 against a typical $197,565), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (2.19 ac against a typical 2.53 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1900 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 24% 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 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38295 Us Highway 2 Se, Fosston, MN was $688. The county assessed it at $61,600.

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