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$713,487$261 / 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 97How 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 $650,000 on Apr 15, 2022

38978 260TH AVE

FREEPORT, MN 56331
5
Beds
1
Baths
2,736 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.
16.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$713K
$690K low$737K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$650,000 · Apr 15, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,744 (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.$850,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$141,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$709,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$819,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$850,900

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.33
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
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.
22
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Rural Residence
CountySTEARNS
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.16.04
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Melrose Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.7 mi
H
Melrose Secondary SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi
E
Melrose Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.7 mi

District: Melrose Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56331These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.2,357
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,738
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,411
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 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

38978 260th 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Freeport 56331
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Freeport 56331
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Freeport 56331
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Stearns County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Freeport 56331

What homes are worth in Freeport 56331

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

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$138K$696K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Freeport 56331.

How it measures up in Freeport 56331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freeport 56331.

Estimated value$713,487
CheaperTypical $326,217Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area2,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,547 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size16.04 ac
SmallerTypical 3.64 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 38978 260th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeport 56331Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$713,487almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26176% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,736 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than16.04 ac67% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than199873% of homes72% of homes

About 38978 260th Ave

How much is 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN is $713,487 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $689,519 to $737,455. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN last sell?

38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN last sold on Apr 15, 2022 for $650,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN?

38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,736 square feet of living space and a 16.04-acre lot.

When was 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN built?

38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN?

38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN is assigned to Melrose Middle School (middle), rated C; Melrose Secondary School (high), rated A-; Melrose Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Melrose Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN compare to other homes in Freeport 56331?

Among the 854 homes in Freeport 56331, it is worth more than almost all of them ($713,487 against a typical $326,217), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($261 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,736 ft² against a typical 1,547 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (16.04 ac against a typical 3.64 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1998 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 98% 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 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38978 260th Ave, Freeport, MN was $6,744. The county assessed it at $850,900.

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