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$161,781$195 / 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 85How 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 $165,000 on Sep 11, 2024

531 1ST ST

WATKINS, MN 55389
0
Baths
831 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$162K
$138K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Sep 11, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,370 (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.$133,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$135,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,500

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.40
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.
42
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.4 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
CountyMEEKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.

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

E
Eden Valley Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 6.1 mi
M
Eden Valley Secondary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Eden Valley-Watkins School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55389These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.2,924
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,812
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,421
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

531 1st St 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 84% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Watkins 55389
  • Older than 98% of homes in Watkins 55389

What homes are worth in Watkins 55389

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

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$74K$640K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Watkins 55389.

How it measures up in Watkins 55389

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Watkins 55389.

Estimated value$161,781
CheaperTypical $261,044Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area831 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 2.2 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 531 1st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatkins 55389Meeker County
Estimated valuepricier than$161,78116% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19539% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than831 ft²11% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac18% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than18902% of homes3% of homes

About 531 1st St

How much is 531 1st St, Watkins, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 531 1st St, Watkins, MN is $161,781 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $137,568 to $185,994. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 531 1st St, Watkins, MN last sell?

531 1st St, Watkins, MN last sold on Sep 11, 2024 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 531 1st St, Watkins, MN?

531 1st St, Watkins, MN has 831 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 531 1st St, Watkins, MN built?

531 1st St, Watkins, MN was built in 1890, making it 136 years old.

What schools serve 531 1st St, Watkins, MN?

531 1st St, Watkins, MN is assigned to Eden Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Eden Valley Secondary School (middle), rated B. All sit in Eden Valley-Watkins School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 531 1st St, Watkins, MN compare to other homes in Watkins 55389?

Among the 1,151 homes in Watkins 55389, it is worth more than 16% of them ($161,781 against a typical $261,044), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($195 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 11% of them (831 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 2.2 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1890 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Meeker County, it is worth more than 24% 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 531 1st St, Watkins, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 531 1st St, Watkins, MN was $1,370. The county assessed it at $133,500.

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