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$486,813$196 / ft²
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Last sold for $82,000 on Aug 5, 2016

490 LAKE DR NE

SAUK RAPIDS, MN 56379
4
Beds
2.3
Baths
2,480 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$487K
$464K low$510K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$82,000 · Aug 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,246 (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.$464,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$423,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$461,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$464,100

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Single Family Residence
CountyBENTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Sauk Rapids-Rice High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi
E
Mississippi Heights Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.4 mi

District: Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 56379These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.96%
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.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,160
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.211 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,136
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,443
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

490 Lake Dr Ne 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 more than 93% of homes in Sauk Rapids 56379
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Benton County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Sauk Rapids 56379
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Sauk Rapids 56379
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Sauk Rapids 56379

What homes are worth in Sauk Rapids 56379

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

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$127K$644K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Sauk Rapids 56379.

How it measures up in Sauk Rapids 56379

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sauk Rapids 56379.

Estimated value$486,813
CheaperTypical $281,810Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 490 Lake Dr Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSauk Rapids 56379Benton County
Estimated valuepricier than$486,81393% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19635% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,480 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac74% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than201694% of homes93% of homes

About 490 Lake Dr Ne

How much is 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN is $486,813 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $463,506 to $510,120. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN last sell?

490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN last sold on Aug 5, 2016 for $82,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN?

490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN has 4 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, 2,480 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN built?

490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN?

490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN is assigned to Sauk Rapids-Rice High School (high), rated B-; Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School (middle), rated C; Mississippi Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN compare to other homes in Sauk Rapids 56379?

Among the 5,929 homes in Sauk Rapids 56379, it is worth more than 93% of them ($486,813 against a typical $281,810), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($196 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,480 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2016 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Benton County, it is worth more than 91% 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 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 490 Lake Dr Ne, Sauk Rapids, MN was $6,246. The county assessed it at $464,100.

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