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Last sold for $89,000 on Sep 22, 2014

521 FOREST AVE

ALBANY, MN 56307
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,274 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,000 · Sep 22, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,780 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$141,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,000

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.23
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Tilt-Up Concrete
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Albany Area High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Albany Area Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Albany Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Albany Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56307These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
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.5,633
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,761
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,705
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 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 Forest 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.

  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Albany 56307
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Albany 56307
  • Among the oldest homes in Albany 56307

How it measures up in Albany 56307

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Albany 56307.

Living area1,274 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,480 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 1.15 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 521 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlbany 56307Stearns County
Living areabigger than1,274 ft²34% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac3% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than1885almost no homesalmost no homes

About 521 Forest Ave

When did 521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN last sell?

521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN last sold on Sep 22, 2014 for $89,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN?

521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,274 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN built?

521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN?

521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN is assigned to Albany Area High School (high), rated A+; Albany Area Middle School (middle), rated B+; Albany Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Albany Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN compare to other homes in Albany 56307?

Among the 2,006 homes in Albany 56307, it is bigger than 34% of them (1,274 ft² against a typical 1,480 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 1.15 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1885 against a typical 1991). 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 Forest Ave, Albany, MN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 521 Forest Ave, Albany, MN was $2,780. The county assessed it at $141,000.

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