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$268,034$172 / 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 79How 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

38979 260TH AVE

FREEPORT, MN 56331
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,558 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$268K
$211K low$325K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,426 (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.$353,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$82,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$271,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$355,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$353,800

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.41
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
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.
52
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.13 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 80 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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 · 7.3 mi
H
Melrose Secondary SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi
E
Melrose Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.3 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

38979 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Stearns County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Freeport 56331
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Stearns County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Stearns County
  • Newer than 68% 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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$97K$530K

This home is worth more than 60% of 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$268,034
CheaperTypical $234,898Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,558 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 3.64 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 38979 260th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeport 56331Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$268,03460% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17271% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,558 ft²51% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac54% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than199568% of homes67% of homes

About 38979 260th Ave

How much is 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN is $268,034 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $211,015 to $325,053. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN last sell?

38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN?

38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,558 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN built?

38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN?

38979 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 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN compare to other homes in Freeport 56331?

Among the 854 homes in Freeport 56331, it is worth more than 60% of them ($268,034 against a typical $234,898), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($172 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,558 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (5 ac against a typical 3.64 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1995 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 69% 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 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 38979 260th Ave, Freeport, MN was $2,426. The county assessed it at $353,800.

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