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$249,000$319 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $94,000 on Jun 23, 2017

511 1ST ST

WATKINS, MN 55389
3
Beds
0
Baths
780 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$249K
$214K low$284K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$94,000 · Jun 23, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,332 (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.$131,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$132,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,000

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.40
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
42
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMEEKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 49 ft²Shed · 160 ft²

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.

E
Eden Valley Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 6.1 mi
M
Eden Valley Secondary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Eden Valley-Watkins School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55389These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,924
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,812
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,421
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

511 1st St 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 more per square foot than 91% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Older than 68% of homes in Meeker County

What homes are worth in Watkins 55389

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

This home
$74K$640K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Watkins 55389.

How it measures up in Watkins 55389

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watkins 55389.

Estimated value$249,000
CheaperTypical $261,044Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$319
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 2.2 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 511 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatkins 55389Meeker County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,00046% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31991% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than780 ft²10% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac4% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than195835% of homes32% of homes

About 511 1st St

How much is 511 1st St, Watkins, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 1st St, Watkins, MN is $249,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $213,809 to $284,191. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 1st St, Watkins, MN last sell?

511 1st St, Watkins, MN last sold on Jun 23, 2017 for $94,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 1st St, Watkins, MN?

511 1st St, Watkins, MN has 3 bedrooms, 780 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 511 1st St, Watkins, MN built?

511 1st St, Watkins, MN was built in 1958, making it 68 years old.

What schools serve 511 1st St, Watkins, MN?

511 1st St, Watkins, MN is assigned to Eden Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Eden Valley Secondary School (middle), rated B. All sit in Eden Valley-Watkins School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 511 1st St, Watkins, MN compare to other homes in Watkins 55389?

Among the 1,151 homes in Watkins 55389, it is worth more than 46% of them ($249,000 against a typical $261,044), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($319 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 10% of them (780 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 2.2 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1958 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Meeker County, it is worth more than 52% 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 511 1st St, Watkins, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 511 1st St, Watkins, MN was $1,332. The county assessed it at $131,000.

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