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$51,151$71 / 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 82How 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

551 MILKYWAY ST S

COSMOS, MN 56228
0
Baths
720 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1917
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$51K
$42K low$60K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,728 (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.$41,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$41,900

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.41
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyMEEKER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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

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

E
Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 14.6 mi
M
Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City Secondary SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 14.6 mi

District: A.C.G.C. Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56228These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.756
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,953
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,575
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

551 Milkyway St S 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Meeker County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Meeker County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Meeker County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Meeker County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Cosmos 56228

What homes are worth in Cosmos 56228

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

This home
$44K$431K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Cosmos 56228.

How it measures up in Cosmos 56228

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cosmos 56228.

Estimated value$51,151
CheaperTypical $134,393Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$71
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,108 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1917
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 551 Milkyway St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCosmos 56228Meeker County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,1516% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$715% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than720 ft²10% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac6% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than19177% of homes12% of homes

About 551 Milkyway St S

How much is 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN is $51,151 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $42,177 to $60,125. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN last sell?

551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN?

551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN has 720 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN built?

551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN was built in 1917, making it 109 years old.

What schools serve 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN?

551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN is assigned to Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City Secondary School (middle), rated B+. All sit in A.C.G.C. Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN compare to other homes in Cosmos 56228?

Among the 432 homes in Cosmos 56228, it is worth more than 6% of them ($51,151 against a typical $134,393), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($71 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 10% of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,108 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1917 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Meeker County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 551 Milkyway St S, Cosmos, MN was $1,728. The county assessed it at $41,900.

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