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$305,466$310 / 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 92How 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 $318,000 on Aug 28, 2020

5251 BIRCH RD

MINNETONKA, MN 55345
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
986 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$305K
$280K low$331K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$318,000 · Aug 28, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,743 (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.$360,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$202,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$354,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$360,800

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
CountyHENNEPIN
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Lake

Transaction History(4)

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
Scenic Heights ElementaryA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Minnetonka High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Minnetonka Middle School EastA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Minnetonka Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55345These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.22,380
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,931 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$130,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,732
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

5251 Birch Rd 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 87% of homes in Minnetonka 55345
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Hennepin County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Spring Hill Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Hennepin County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Minnetonka 55345

What homes are worth in Minnetonka 55345

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

This home
$221K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Minnetonka 55345.

How it measures up in Minnetonka 55345

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Minnetonka 55345.

Estimated value$305,466
CheaperTypical $441,161Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $281Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area986 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 5251 Birch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpring Hill ParkMinnetonka 55345Hennepin County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,46621% of homes13% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31071% of homes65% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than986 ft²3% of homes5% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac63% of homes36% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than195834% of homes25% of homes39% of homes

About 5251 Birch Rd

How much is 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN is $305,466 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $279,527 to $331,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN last sell?

5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN last sold on Aug 28, 2020 for $318,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN?

5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 986 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN built?

5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN?

5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN is assigned to Scenic Heights Elementary (elementary), rated A+; Minnetonka High School (high), rated A+; Minnetonka Middle School East (middle), rated A. All sit in Minnetonka Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN compare to other homes in Minnetonka 55345?

Among the 7,968 homes in Minnetonka 55345, it is worth more than 13% of them ($305,466 against a typical $441,161), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($310 against a typical $281), it is bigger than 5% of them (986 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1958 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Hennepin County, it is worth more than 47% 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 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5251 Birch Rd, Minnetonka, MN was $4,743. The county assessed it at $360,800.

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