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$299,900$227 / 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 91How 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 $315,000 on Sep 1, 2026

5517 JAMES AVE N

MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55430
3
Beds
2.3
Baths
1,322 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$300K
$272K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Sep 1, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,149 (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.$256,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$256,400

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.14 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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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, Detached
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(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
Brooklyn Center Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Brooklyn Center Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Brooklyn Center High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Brooklyn Center Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55430These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10.0%
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.24,650
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,863 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,926
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,747
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

5517 James Ave N 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 96% of homes in Lions
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Minneapolis 55430
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Lions
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Minneapolis 55430
  • Older than 85% of homes in Lions

What homes are worth in Minneapolis 55430

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

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$94K$360K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Minneapolis 55430.

How it measures up in Minneapolis 55430

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Minneapolis 55430.

Estimated value$299,900
CheaperTypical $206,938Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,322 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,086 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 5517 James Ave N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLionsMinneapolis 55430Hennepin County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,90096% of homes93% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22767% of homes79% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,322 ft²85% of homes78% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac68% of homes74% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than194915% of homes21% of homes25% of homes

About 5517 James Ave N

How much is 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN is $299,900 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $271,981 to $327,819. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN last sell?

5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN last sold on Sep 1, 2026 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN?

5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2.3 bathrooms, 1,322 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN built?

5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN?

5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN is assigned to Brooklyn Center Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Brooklyn Center Middle School (middle), rated F; Brooklyn Center High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Brooklyn Center Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN compare to other homes in Minneapolis 55430?

Among the 6,358 homes in Minneapolis 55430, it is worth more than 93% of them ($299,900 against a typical $206,938), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($227 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,322 ft² against a typical 1,086 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1949 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Hennepin County, it is worth more than 46% 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 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5517 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN was $4,149. The county assessed it at $256,400.

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