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$513,047$230 / 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 95How 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 $535,000 on Jul 23, 2025

551 40TH ST SE

BUFFALO, MN 55313
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,230 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.
6.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$513K
$486K low$540K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$535,000 · Jul 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,306 (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.$552,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$218,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$333,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$550,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$552,000

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.12 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.Ranch
CountyWRIGHT
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.6.20
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Deck · 210 ft²Porch · 44 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Montrose Elementary School of InnovationB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Buffalo High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
M
Buffalo Community Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.7 mi

District: Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55313These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.29,092
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,292
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,973
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.58%

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How this home compares

551 40th 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 more than 82% of homes in Buffalo 55313
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Buffalo 55313
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Buffalo 55313
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Wright County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Wright County

What homes are worth in Buffalo 55313

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

This home
$180K$937K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Buffalo 55313.

How it measures up in Buffalo 55313

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buffalo 55313.

Estimated value$513,047
CheaperTypical $359,900Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area2,230 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size6.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 551 40th St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuffalo 55313Wright County
Estimated valuepricier than$513,04782% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23034% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,230 ft²87% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.2 ac89% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than196919% of homes16% of homes

About 551 40th St Se

How much is 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN is $513,047 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $486,097 to $539,997. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN last sell?

551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN last sold on Jul 23, 2025 for $535,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN?

551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN has 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,230 square feet of living space and a 6.20-acre lot.

When was 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN built?

551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN?

551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN is assigned to Montrose Elementary School of Innovation (elementary), rated B; Buffalo High School (high), rated A-; Buffalo Community Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN compare to other homes in Buffalo 55313?

Among the 8,673 homes in Buffalo 55313, it is worth more than 82% of them ($513,047 against a typical $359,900), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($230 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,230 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (6.2 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1969 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Wright County, it is worth more than 82% 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 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 551 40th St Se, Buffalo, MN was $5,306. The county assessed it at $552,000.

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