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$147,652$81 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

68601 VALLEY RIVER FOREST RD

COOK, MN 55723
2
Beds
0
Baths
1,824 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.
2.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$148K
$138K low$157K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$147,652
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$118,122

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,228 (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.$130,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$130,500

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyITASCA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.42
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 64 ft²Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Bigfork Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 20.1 mi
M
Bigfork Secondary SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 20.1 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55723These 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.166
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.47%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,142
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,600
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,575
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.38°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

68601 Valley River Forest 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 less than 67% of homes in Itasca County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Itasca County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Itasca County

What homes are worth in Cook 55723

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

This home
$46K$821K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Cook 55723.

How it measures up in Cook 55723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cook 55723.

Estimated value$147,652
CheaperTypical $145,550Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,009 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size2.42 ac
SmallerTypical 2.51 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

How 68601 Valley River Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCook 55723Itasca County
Estimated valuepricier than$147,65251% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8113% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,824 ft²87% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.42 ac49% of homes55% of homes

About 68601 Valley River Forest Rd

How much is 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN is $147,652 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $138,491 to $156,813. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN last sell?

68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN?

68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1,824 square feet of living space and a 2.42-acre lot.

What schools serve 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN?

68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN is assigned to Bigfork Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Bigfork Secondary School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Grand Rapids Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN compare to other homes in Cook 55723?

Among the 3,388 homes in Cook 55723, it is worth more than 51% of them ($147,652 against a typical $145,550), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($81 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 87% of them (1,824 ft² against a typical 1,009 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 49% of them (2.42 ac against a typical 2.51 ac). Measured against all of Itasca County, it is worth more than 33% 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 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 68601 Valley River Forest Rd, Cook, MN was $1,228. The county assessed it at $130,500.

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