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42879 340TH AVE SE

FOSSTON, MN 56542
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,712 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.
10.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,584 (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.$233,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$249,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$255,100

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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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.Rustic
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.Porch · 376 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 · 2.0 mi
M
Fosston Secondary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.1 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

42879 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.

  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 87% 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.

Living area1,712 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,401 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size10.21 ac
SmallerTypical 2.58 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 42879 340th Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFosston 56542Polk County
Living areabigger than1,712 ft²71% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.21 ac65% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than200287% of homes85% of homes

About 42879 340th Ave Se

When did 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN last sell?

42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN?

42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,712 square feet of living space and a 10.21-acre lot.

When was 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN built?

42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN?

42879 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 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN compare to other homes in Fosston 56542?

Among the 1,241 homes in Fosston 56542, it is bigger than 71% of them (1,712 ft² against a typical 1,401 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (10.21 ac against a typical 2.58 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2002 against a typical 1961). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42879 340th Ave Se, Fosston, MN was $2,584. The county assessed it at $233,800.

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