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42588 280TH AVE

FREEPORT, MN 56331
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,090 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.
157.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,178 (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.$1,510,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$784,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$726,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,368,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,510,600

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.43
59
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.
52
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.23 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.Split Level
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.157.90
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Melrose Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.7 mi
M
Melrose Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.7 mi
H
Melrose Secondary SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 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

42588 280th 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.

  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Stearns County
  • Among the largest lots in Stearns County
  • Newer than 71% 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.

Living area2,090 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size157.9 ac
SmallerTypical 3.25 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 42588 280th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeport 56331Stearns County
Living areabigger than2,090 ft²80% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than157.9 ac94% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199771% of homes70% of homes

About 42588 280th Ave

When did 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN last sell?

42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN?

42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,090 square feet of living space and a 157.90-acre lot.

When was 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN built?

42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN?

42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN is assigned to Melrose Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Melrose Middle School (middle), rated C; Melrose Secondary School (high), rated A-. All sit in Melrose Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN compare to other homes in Freeport 56331?

Among the 854 homes in Freeport 56331, it is bigger than 80% of them (2,090 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (157.9 ac against a typical 3.25 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1997 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42588 280th Ave, Freeport, MN was $5,178. The county assessed it at $1,510,600.

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