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$122,865$93 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $63,200 on Aug 12, 1999

513 5TH ST NE

FOSSTON, MN 56542
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,326 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$123K
$108K low$138K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,200 · Aug 12, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,861 (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.$124,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$148,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,000

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.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.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning 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 · 336 ft²Porch · 56 ft²

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

M
Fosston Secondary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Magelssen Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 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

513 5th St 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 less than 89% of homes in Polk County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Fosston 56542
  • Older than 79% 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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$52K$549K

This home is worth more than 21% 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$122,865
CheaperTypical $197,565Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$93
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,326 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 2.53 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 513 5th St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFosston 56542Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,86521% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9324% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,326 ft²44% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac20% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than191823% of homes21% of homes

About 513 5th St Ne

How much is 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN is $122,865 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $107,664 to $138,066. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN last sell?

513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN last sold on Aug 12, 1999 for $63,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN?

513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,326 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN built?

513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN?

513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN is assigned to Fosston Secondary School (middle), rated B; Magelssen Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Fosston Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN compare to other homes in Fosston 56542?

Among the 1,241 homes in Fosston 56542, it is worth more than 21% of them ($122,865 against a typical $197,565), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($93 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,326 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 2.53 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1918 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 11% 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 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 513 5th St Ne, Fosston, MN was $16,861. The county assessed it at $124,600.

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