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$138,496$75 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $116,900 on Feb 5, 2024

505 1ST ST E

FOSSTON, MN 56542
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,850 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$138K
$99K low$178K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,900 · Feb 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,098 (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.$219,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$219,400

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.18
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
37
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.A-Frame
CountyPOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 160 ft²Porch · 218 ft²

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

E
Magelssen Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Fosston Secondary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.2 mi

District: Fosston Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56542These 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.123
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 100.14

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.84%
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.13%
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.3,009
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,949
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°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

505 1st St E 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 82% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Polk County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Fosston 56542
  • Older than 83% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Fosston 56542

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

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$53K$534K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Fosston 56542.

How it measures up in Fosston 56542

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fosston 56542.

Estimated value$138,496
CheaperTypical $200,425Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$75
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,850 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 2.28 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 505 1st St E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFosston 56542Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$138,49627% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7515% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,850 ft²78% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac35% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than191020% of homes17% of homes

About 505 1st St E

How much is 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN is $138,496 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $98,813 to $178,179. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN last sell?

505 1st St E, Fosston, MN last sold on Feb 5, 2024 for $116,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN?

505 1st St E, Fosston, MN has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,850 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN built?

505 1st St E, Fosston, MN was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN?

505 1st St E, Fosston, MN is assigned to Magelssen Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Fosston Secondary School (middle), rated A. All sit in Fosston Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN compare to other homes in Fosston 56542?

Among the 1,241 homes in Fosston 56542, it is worth more than 27% of them ($138,496 against a typical $200,425), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($75 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,850 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 2.28 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1910 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 18% 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 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 505 1st St E, Fosston, MN was $3,098. The county assessed it at $219,400.

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