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$235,532$289 / 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 67How 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
Last sold for $77,200 on Jun 29, 2021

42839 COUNTY HIGHWAY 21

PELICAN RAPIDS, MN 56572
1
Baths
816 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.
6.82 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.

Valuation

$236K
$159K low$312K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$77,200 · Jun 29, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$235,532
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$188,426

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$861 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$182,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,900

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.26
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
48
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyOTTER TAIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.82
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.None
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.Patio · 204 ft²Porch · 135 ft²

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

M
Pelican Rapids Secondary SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.7 mi
E
Viking Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.8 mi

District: Pelican Rapids Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56572These 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.130
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 100.17

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.59%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.5,862
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,588
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,128
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42839 County Highway 21 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 73% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Otter Tail County

What homes are worth in Pelican Rapids 56572

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

This home
$73K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572.

How it measures up in Pelican Rapids 56572

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pelican Rapids 56572.

Estimated value$235,532
CheaperTypical $374,597Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$289
CheaperTypical $408Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size6.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 42839 County Highway 21 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePelican Rapids 56572Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,53227% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28929% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²34% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.82 ac88% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than199765% of homes67% of homes

About 42839 County Highway 21

How much is 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN is $235,532 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $158,804 to $312,260. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN last sell?

42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN last sold on Jun 29, 2021 for $77,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN?

42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN has 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 6.82-acre lot.

When was 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN built?

42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN?

42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN is assigned to Pelican Rapids Secondary School (middle), rated B-; Viking Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Pelican Rapids Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN compare to other homes in Pelican Rapids 56572?

Among the 5,533 homes in Pelican Rapids 56572, it is worth more than 27% of them ($235,532 against a typical $374,597), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($289 against a typical $408), it is bigger than 34% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,008 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (6.82 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1997 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 37% 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 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42839 County Highway 21, Pelican Rapids, MN was $861. The county assessed it at $182,900.

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