Agricultural/Rural (General)Agriculture / Farming
437 48TH AVE SW
BACKUS, MN 56435
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Baths
1,500 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.
20.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
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.$872 (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.$394,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$303,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$386,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$394,200
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.11
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
11
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Agricultural/Rural (General)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.15
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.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 260 ft²Shed · 120 ft²Porch · 300 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
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Pine River-Backus High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.5 mi
Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.6 mi
District: Pine River-Backus Public School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 56435These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15
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.55%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,298
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,325
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 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
437 48th Ave Sw 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 82% of homes in Backus 56435
- Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Cass County
How it measures up in Backus 56435
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Backus 56435.
Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 82% of homes nearby
Lot size20.15 ac
SmallerTypical 2.24 acBigger
Bigger than 88% of homes nearby
Year built1986
OlderTypical 1990Newer
Newer than 48% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Backus 56435 | Cass County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,500 ft² | 82% of homes | 74% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 20.15 ac | 88% of homes | 90% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1986 | 48% of homes | 41% of homes |
About 437 48th Ave Sw
When did 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN last sell?
437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN?
437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN has 1,500 square feet of living space and a 20.15-acre lot.
When was 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN built?
437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN?
437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN is assigned to Pine River-Backus High School (middle), rated C+; Pine River-Backus Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Pine River-Backus Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN compare to other homes in Backus 56435?
Among the 2,499 homes in Backus 56435, it is bigger than 82% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (20.15 ac against a typical 2.24 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1986 against a typical 1990). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN?
The 2026 property tax bill for 437 48th Ave Sw, Backus, MN was $872. The county assessed it at $394,200.
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- 1516 48th Ave3 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 ft² · Sold $30K · Oct 2020
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- 214 48th Ave$250K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 ft² · Sold $145K · Jul 2017
- 547 48th Ave$178K920 ft² · Sold $594 · May 2014
- 1624 48th Ave$218K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,599 ft² · Sold $172K · Feb 2014
- 1307 48th Ave440 ft² · Sold $65K · Feb 2012
- 1550 48th Ave$146K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,144 ft² · Sold $20K · Mar 2010
- 1166 48th Ave784 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1692 48th Ave$157K4 bd · 1 ba · 928 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1160 48th Ave577 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1428 48th Ave33.6 ac · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 547 48th Ave Sw$178K0.2 mi · 920 ft² · Sold $594 · May 2014
- 5289 State 87 Sw0.5 mi · 1 ba · 1,120 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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- 5313 State 87 Sw$126K0.6 mi · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,008 ft² · Sold $105K · Jul 2016
- 5139 State 87 Sw$176K0.5 mi · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,528 ft² · Sold $112K · Oct 2015
- 5182 State 87 Sw$173K0.6 mi · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,248 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 5108 State 87 Sw$205K0.7 mi · 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,400 ft² · Sold $28K · Sep 2014
- $135K0.7 mi · 2.97 ac · Sold $210K · Feb 2018
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- 1879 State 87 Nw1,248 ft² · Sold $100K · Aug 2026
- 1076 Rainy Lake Rd Nw$495K2 bd · 2 ba · 1,208 ft² · Sold $490K · Aug 2026
- 756 County Highway 43 Nw840 ft² · Sold $150K · Aug 2026
- 1489 Gateway Dr Nw2 bd · 1 ba · 858 ft² · Sold $333K · Jul 2026
- 529 County 41 Nw1 ba · 616 ft² · Sold $50K · Jul 2026
- 2462 N Long Lake Dr Nw$686K2 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 ft² · Sold $685K · Jul 2026
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