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$394,322$305 / 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 94How 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 $230,000 on Sep 20, 2016

556 FOREST LN

MEDFORD, MN 55049
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,293 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$394K
$371K low$418K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$230,000 · Sep 20, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,418 (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.$366,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$314,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$356,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$366,500

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySTEELE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Medford Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Medford Secondary SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Medford Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55049These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.1,847
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,239
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,441
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

556 Forest Ln 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 74% of homes in Steele County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Steele County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Steele County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Medford 55049
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Medford 55049

What homes are worth in Medford 55049

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

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$147K$774K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Medford 55049.

How it measures up in Medford 55049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Medford 55049.

Estimated value$394,322
CheaperTypical $324,945Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$305
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,293 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 556 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMedford 55049Steele County
Estimated valuepricier than$394,32269% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30596% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,293 ft²30% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac21% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than200491% of homes90% of homes

About 556 Forest Ln

How much is 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN is $394,322 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $370,661 to $417,983. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN last sell?

556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN last sold on Sep 20, 2016 for $230,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN?

556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,293 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN built?

556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN?

556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN is assigned to Medford Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Medford Secondary School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Medford Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN compare to other homes in Medford 55049?

Among the 1,203 homes in Medford 55049, it is worth more than 69% of them ($394,322 against a typical $324,945), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($305 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,293 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2004 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Steele County, it is worth more than 74% 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 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 556 Forest Ln, Medford, MN was $4,418. The county assessed it at $366,500.

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