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$185,682$212 / 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 78How 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 $154,000 on Sep 9, 2025

56 5TH ST SW

FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
2
Beds
2
Baths
877 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.
2,997 ft²
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$186K
$145K low$226K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · Sep 9, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,608 (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.$249,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$169,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$250,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$249,100

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
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
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
Forest View Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Forest Lake Area High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Forest Lake Area Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Forest Lake Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55025These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.28,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.331 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

56 5th St Sw 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 96% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Forest Lake 55025

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

This home
$174K$804K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Forest Lake 55025.

How it measures up in Forest Lake 55025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Lake 55025.

Estimated value$185,682
CheaperTypical $313,501Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area877 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size2,997 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 56 5th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Lake 55025Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,6824% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21248% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than877 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,997 ft²11% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than19499% of homes7% of homes

About 56 5th St Sw

How much is 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN is $185,682 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $144,910 to $226,454. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN last sell?

56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN last sold on Sep 9, 2025 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN?

56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 877 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN built?

56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN?

56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN is assigned to Forest View Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Forest Lake Area High School (high), rated B+; Forest Lake Area Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Forest Lake Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN compare to other homes in Forest Lake 55025?

Among the 9,614 homes in Forest Lake 55025, it is worth more than 4% of them ($185,682 against a typical $313,501), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($212 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 3% of them (877 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (2,997 ft² against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1949 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 4% 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 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 56 5th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN was $2,608. The county assessed it at $249,100.

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