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$238,602$178 / 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 94How 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 $190,000 on Jun 23, 2020

521 5TH ST SE

EAST GRAND FORKS, MN 56721
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,342 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
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

$239K
$224K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Jun 23, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,962 (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.$198,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$227,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$224,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.20
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.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.Mixed
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 · 100 ft²Porch · 46 ft²

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

M
Central Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
East Grand Forks Senior High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
New Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.9 mi

District: East Grand Forks Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56721These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.9,806
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,318
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,031
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.21 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

521 5th St 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 less than 76% of homes in East Grand Forks 56721
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in East Grand Forks 56721
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Polk County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in East Grand Forks 56721

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

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$139K$578K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in East Grand Forks 56721.

How it measures up in East Grand Forks 56721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Grand Forks 56721.

Estimated value$238,602
CheaperTypical $293,826Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 521 5th St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Grand Forks 56721Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,60224% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17823% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,342 ft²52% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac27% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than200180% of homes84% of homes

About 521 5th St Se

How much is 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN is $238,602 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $223,716 to $253,488. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN last sell?

521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN last sold on Jun 23, 2020 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN?

521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,342 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN built?

521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN?

521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN is assigned to Central Middle School (middle), rated B+; East Grand Forks Senior High School (high), rated C; New Heights Elementary School (elementary). All sit in East Grand Forks Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN compare to other homes in East Grand Forks 56721?

Among the 3,401 homes in East Grand Forks 56721, it is worth more than 24% of them ($238,602 against a typical $293,826), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($178 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,342 ft² against a typical 1,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2001 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 46% 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 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 521 5th St Se, East Grand Forks, MN was $2,962. The county assessed it at $198,500.

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