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$247,644$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 93How 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

543 1ST AVE SW

FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,272 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$248K
$230K low$266K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,228 (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.$257,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$177,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$260,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$257,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Forest View Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Forest Lake Area High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Forest Lake Area Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Forest Lake Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55025These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.28,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.331 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

543 1st Ave Sw 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 90% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Washington County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Older than 92% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Forest Lake 55025

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

This home
$210K$930K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Forest Lake 55025.

How it measures up in Forest Lake 55025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Lake 55025.

Estimated value$247,644
CheaperTypical $385,070Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,455 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 543 1st Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Lake 55025Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,64410% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19519% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,272 ft²35% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac25% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195210% of homes8% of homes

About 543 1st Ave Sw

How much is 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN is $247,644 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $229,582 to $265,706. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN last sell?

543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN last sold on Jun 26, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN?

543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,272 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN built?

543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN?

543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN is assigned to Forest View Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Forest Lake Area High School (high), rated B; Forest Lake Area Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Forest Lake Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN compare to other homes in Forest Lake 55025?

Among the 9,606 homes in Forest Lake 55025, it is worth more than 10% of them ($247,644 against a typical $385,070), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($195 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,272 ft² against a typical 1,455 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1952 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 10% 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 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 543 1st Ave Sw, Forest Lake, MN was $1,228. The county assessed it at $257,900.

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