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$163,837$150 / 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 88How 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 $123,000 on Aug 22, 2013

48700 JAMES AVE

RUSH CITY, MN 55069
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
5.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$164K
$145K low$183K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$123,000 · Aug 22, 2013
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.$43,065
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$34,452
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.64%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$120,772
GUARANTEED RATE INC · 4.25% · recorded Aug 22, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,572 (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.$236,500 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,700

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
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.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Split Entry
CountyChisago
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.5.60
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Tuckunder

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
C. E. Jacobson Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–6 · 3.3 mi
M
Rush City High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Rush City Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55069These 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.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,533
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,275
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,176
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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

48700 James 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.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Chisago County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Chisago County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Chisago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Chisago County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Chisago County

What homes are worth in Rush City 55069

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

This home
$88K$567K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Rush City 55069.

How it measures up in Rush City 55069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rush City 55069.

Estimated value$163,837
CheaperTypical $243,449Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size5.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 48700 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRush City 55069Chisago County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,83721% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15035% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²30% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.6 ac69% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197847% of homes31% of homes

About 48700 James Ave

How much is 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN is $163,837 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $144,890 to $182,784. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN last sell?

48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN last sold on Aug 22, 2013 for $123,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN?

48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 5.60-acre lot.

When was 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN built?

48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a split entry home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN?

48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN is assigned to C. E. Jacobson Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Rush City High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Rush City Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN compare to other homes in Rush City 55069?

Among the 2,741 homes in Rush City 55069, it is worth more than 21% of them ($163,837 against a typical $243,449), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($150 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (5.6 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1978 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Chisago County, it is worth more than 11% 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 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48700 James Ave, Rush City, MN was $2,572. The county assessed it at $236,500.

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