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$274,928$240 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $214,367 on Jan 17, 2017

51685 BIRCH AVE

RUSH CITY, MN 55069
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,144 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.
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$275K
$264K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$214,367 · Jan 17, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,772 (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.$340,600 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$373,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$355,200

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.52
89
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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.46 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyChisago
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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Rush City High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.6 mi
E
C. E. Jacobson Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–6 · 4.8 mi

District: Rush City Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55069These 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.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,533
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,275
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,176
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

51685 Birch Ave 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 84% of homes in Rush City 55069
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Chisago County

What homes are worth in Rush City 55069

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

This home
$92K$539K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Rush City 55069.

How it measures up in Rush City 55069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rush City 55069.

Estimated value$274,928
CheaperTypical $240,678Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.74 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 51685 Birch Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRush City 55069Chisago County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,92859% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24084% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²35% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac56% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than199360% of homes50% of homes

About 51685 Birch Ave

How much is 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN is $274,928 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $263,744 to $286,112. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN last sell?

51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN last sold on Jan 17, 2017 for $214,367, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN?

51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 1.50-acre lot.

When was 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN built?

51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN?

51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN is assigned to Rush City High School (middle), rated B; C. E. Jacobson Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Rush City Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN compare to other homes in Rush City 55069?

Among the 2,741 homes in Rush City 55069, it is worth more than 59% of them ($274,928 against a typical $240,678), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($240 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 0.74 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1993 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Chisago County, it is worth more than 57% 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 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 51685 Birch Ave, Rush City, MN was $3,772. The county assessed it at $340,600.

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