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$335,780$188 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $157,000 on May 14, 2003

42493 340TH AVE SE

FOSSTON, MN 56542
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,786 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.
7.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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.

Valuation

$336K
$320K low$352K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,000 · May 14, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,072 (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.$284,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$296,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$303,900

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.47 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.7.70
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 900 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 · 1.6 mi
M
Fosston Secondary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.7 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

42493 340th Ave 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 more than 84% of homes in Fosston 56542
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Fosston 56542
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% 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
$53K$532K

This home is worth more than 84% 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$335,780
CheaperTypical $200,806Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,786 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size7.7 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 42493 340th Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFosston 56542Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,78084% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18874% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,786 ft²75% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.7 ac60% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than196151% of homes47% of homes

About 42493 340th Ave Se

How much is 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN is $335,780 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $319,972 to $351,588. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN last sell?

42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN last sold on May 14, 2003 for $157,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN?

42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,786 square feet of living space and a 7.70-acre lot.

When was 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN built?

42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN?

42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN is assigned to Magelssen Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Fosston Secondary School (middle), rated A. All sit in Fosston Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN compare to other homes in Fosston 56542?

Among the 1,241 homes in Fosston 56542, it is worth more than 84% of them ($335,780 against a typical $200,806), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($188 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,786 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (7.7 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1961 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 74% 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 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42493 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN was $3,072. The county assessed it at $284,700.

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