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$198,531$191 / 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 88How 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 $256,000 on Oct 18, 2021

5542 LILAC DR N

MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55430
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,040 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$199K
$175K low$222K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$256,000 · Oct 18, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,074 (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.$241,000 (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.$164,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,000

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.1 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.Ranch
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.0.24
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.Package
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(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.7 mi
M
Brooklyn Center Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Brooklyn Center High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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

5542 Lilac Dr 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 less than 84% of homes in Hennepin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Hennepin County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Hennepin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Minneapolis 55430
  • Newer 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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$95K$360K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$198,531
CheaperTypical $207,471Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$191
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,088 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 5542 Lilac Dr N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLionsMinneapolis 55430Hennepin County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,53132% of homes42% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19140% of homes52% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²50% of homes41% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac68% of homes74% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than195685% of homes59% of homes36% of homes

About 5542 Lilac Dr N

How much is 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN is $198,531 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $175,086 to $221,976. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN last sell?

5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN last sold on Oct 18, 2021 for $256,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN?

5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN built?

5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN?

5542 Lilac Dr 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 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN compare to other homes in Minneapolis 55430?

Among the 6,358 homes in Minneapolis 55430, it is worth more than 42% of them ($198,531 against a typical $207,471), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($191 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,088 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1956 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Hennepin County, it is worth more than 16% 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 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5542 Lilac Dr N, Minneapolis, MN was $6,074. The county assessed it at $241,000.

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