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$303,912$188 / 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 93How 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

48978 FISH LAKE RD

PELICAN RAPIDS, MN 56572
1
Baths
1,616 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.
2.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$304K
$284K low$324K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,446 (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.$245,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$193,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$240,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$245,300

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.42
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
42
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.2.97
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 360 ft²

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 8.3 mi
E
Viking Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 8.4 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%

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How this home compares

48978 Fish Lake Rd 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572
  • Older than 72% of homes in Pelican Rapids 56572

What homes are worth in Pelican Rapids 56572

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

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$81K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 37% 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$303,912
CheaperTypical $387,974Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $411Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,616 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size2.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 48978 Fish Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePelican Rapids 56572Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$303,91237% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18814% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,616 ft²86% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.97 ac77% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than195928% of homes29% of homes

About 48978 Fish Lake Rd

How much is 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN is $303,912 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $283,588 to $324,236. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN last sell?

48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN?

48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN has 1 bathrooms, 1,616 square feet of living space and a 2.97-acre lot.

When was 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN built?

48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN?

48978 Fish Lake Rd, 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 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN compare to other homes in Pelican Rapids 56572?

Among the 5,537 homes in Pelican Rapids 56572, it is worth more than 37% of them ($303,912 against a typical $387,974), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($188 against a typical $411), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,616 ft² against a typical 1,008 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2.97 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1959 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 51% 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 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 48978 Fish Lake Rd, Pelican Rapids, MN was $1,446. The county assessed it at $245,300.

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