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$198,026$85 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $204,000 on Jul 29, 2014

517 WESTERN AVE SW

FARIBAULT, MN 55021
4
Beds
3 / 4
Baths
2,328 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.
1.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1863
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$198K
$177K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$204,000 · Jul 29, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,004 (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.$432,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$116,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$316,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$415,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$432,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyRICE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.80
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Patio · 584 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

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.

E
Jefferson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Faribault High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Faribault Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Faribault Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55021These 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.106
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 100.11

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,482
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.164 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,981
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,459
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

517 Western Ave 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.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Rice County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Faribault 55021
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Faribault 55021
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Faribault 55021
  • Among the oldest homes in Faribault 55021

What homes are worth in Faribault 55021

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

This home
$104K$742K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Faribault 55021.

How it measures up in Faribault 55021

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Faribault 55021.

Estimated value$198,026
CheaperTypical $247,456Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size1.8 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1863
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 517 Western Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFaribault 55021Rice County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,02632% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$852% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,328 ft²92% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.8 ac79% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than1863almost no homesalmost no homes

About 517 Western Ave Sw

How much is 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN is $198,026 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $177,367 to $218,685. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN last sell?

517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN last sold on Jul 29, 2014 for $204,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN?

517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,328 square feet of living space and a 1.80-acre lot.

When was 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN built?

517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN was built in 1863, making it 163 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN?

517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN is assigned to Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Faribault High School (high), rated C; Faribault Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Faribault Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN compare to other homes in Faribault 55021?

Among the 11,106 homes in Faribault 55021, it is worth more than 32% of them ($198,026 against a typical $247,456), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($85 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,328 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (1.8 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1863 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Rice County, it is worth more than 21% 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 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 517 Western Ave Sw, Faribault, MN was $5,004. The county assessed it at $432,900.

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