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$527,786$556 / 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 92How 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 $445,000 on Jun 21, 2024

5522 LESTER RIVER RD

DULUTH, MN 55804
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
950 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.
20 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$528K
$488K low$568K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$445,000 · Jun 21, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,526 (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.$332,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$231,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$332,000

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.43
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.38 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyST. LOUIS
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.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.SaunaDeck · 214 ft²Porch · 249 ft²

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
Lakewood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
H
East High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi
M
Ordean East Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi

District: Duluth Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55804These 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.45
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 100.12

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,089
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,253
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

5522 Lester River Rd 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 93% of homes in St. Louis County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Duluth 55804
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Duluth 55804
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Duluth 55804
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Duluth 55804

What homes are worth in Duluth 55804

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

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$171K$990K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Duluth 55804.

How it measures up in Duluth 55804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Duluth 55804.

Estimated value$527,786
CheaperTypical $349,471Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$556
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size20 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 5522 Lester River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDuluth 55804St. Louis County
Estimated valuepricier than$527,78682% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$556almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²14% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20 ac96% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197974% of homes71% of homes

About 5522 Lester River Rd

How much is 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN is $527,786 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $487,549 to $568,023. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN last sell?

5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN last sold on Jun 21, 2024 for $445,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN?

5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 20.00-acre lot.

When was 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN built?

5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN?

5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN is assigned to Lakewood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; East High School (high), rated A+; Ordean East Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Duluth Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN compare to other homes in Duluth 55804?

Among the 7,001 homes in Duluth 55804, it is worth more than 82% of them ($527,786 against a typical $349,471), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($556 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 14% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (20 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1979 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of St. Louis County, it is worth more than 93% 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 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN was $3,526. The county assessed it at $332,000.

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