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$507,312$308 / 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 89How 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 $315,000 on Aug 12, 2009

521 1ST AVE SE

COLD SPRING, MN 56320
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,646 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.
4.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$507K
$454K low$561K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Aug 12, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,762 (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.$569,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$419,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$537,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$569,400

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.51
95
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.
56
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.
22
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.162 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySTEARNS
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.54
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 56320These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.90%
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.6.9%
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.7,250
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.130 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,675
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°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

521 1st Ave Se 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 more than 89% of homes in Stearns County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Stearns County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Stearns County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Cold Spring 56320

What homes are worth in Cold Spring 56320

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

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$168K$892K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Cold Spring 56320.

How it measures up in Cold Spring 56320

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cold Spring 56320.

Estimated value$507,312
CheaperTypical $334,472Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$308
CheaperTypical $232Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,646 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size4.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 521 1st Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCold Spring 56320Stearns County
Estimated valuepricier than$507,31284% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30884% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,646 ft²68% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.54 ac84% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than199157% of homes61% of homes

About 521 1st Ave Se

How much is 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN is $507,312 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $453,876 to $560,748. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN last sell?

521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN last sold on Aug 12, 2009 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN?

521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,646 square feet of living space and a 4.54-acre lot.

When was 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN built?

521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

How does 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN compare to other homes in Cold Spring 56320?

Among the 3,440 homes in Cold Spring 56320, it is worth more than 84% of them ($507,312 against a typical $334,472), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($308 against a typical $232), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,646 ft² against a typical 1,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (4.54 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1991 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Stearns County, it is worth more than 89% 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 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 521 1st Ave Se, Cold Spring, MN was $6,762. The county assessed it at $569,400.

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