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$242,154$146 / 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 90How 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

4979 STATE 87 SW

BACKUS, MN 56435
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,664 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.
17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$242K
$218K low$266K high
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.$242,154
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$193,723

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,450 (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.$319,600 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,600

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.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.Ranch
CountyCass
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.17.00
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Shed · 1,920 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

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

M
Pine River-Backus High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.3 mi
E
Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.4 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%

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

4979 State 87 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Cass County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Backus 56435
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Cass County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Cass County

What homes are worth in Backus 56435

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

This home
$65K$609K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Backus 56435.

How it measures up in Backus 56435

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Backus 56435.

Estimated value$242,154
CheaperTypical $208,723Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,664 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size17 ac
SmallerTypical 3.45 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 4979 State 87 Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBackus 56435Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,15462% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14635% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,664 ft²88% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than17 ac81% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197120% of homes18% of homes

About 4979 State 87 Sw

How much is 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN is $242,154 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $217,969 to $266,339. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN?

4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,664 square feet of living space and a 17.00-acre lot.

When was 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN built?

4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN?

4979 State 87 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 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN compare to other homes in Backus 56435?

Among the 2,480 homes in Backus 56435, it is worth more than 62% of them ($242,154 against a typical $208,723), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($146 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 88% of them (1,664 ft² against a typical 1,064 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (17 ac against a typical 3.45 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1971 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 50% 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 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4979 State 87 Sw, Backus, MN was $1,450. The county assessed it at $319,600.

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