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$395,684$161 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $19,000 on Jul 21, 2014

705 SIMPLICITY DR

ELLENDALE, MN 56026
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,460 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$396K
$373K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$19,000 · Jul 21, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,538 (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.$401,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$370,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$370,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$401,400

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.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
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.0.36
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(3)

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
Nrheg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Nrheg Secondary SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 9.4 mi

District: Nrheg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56026These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.2,744
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.25 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,998
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,158
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

705 Simplicity Dr 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 76% of homes in Steele County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Ellendale 56026
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Ellendale 56026
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Steele County

What homes are worth in Ellendale 56026

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

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$100K$668K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Ellendale 56026.

How it measures up in Ellendale 56026

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellendale 56026.

Estimated value$395,684
CheaperTypical $321,790Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area2,460 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 5.38 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 705 Simplicity Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllendale 56026Steele County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,68469% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16151% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,460 ft²85% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac19% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than200591% of homes92% of homes

About 705 Simplicity Dr

How much is 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN is $395,684 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $372,715 to $418,653. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN last sell?

705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN last sold on Jul 21, 2014 for $19,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN?

705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,460 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN built?

705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN?

705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN is assigned to Nrheg Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Nrheg Secondary School (middle), rated C. All sit in Nrheg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN compare to other homes in Ellendale 56026?

Among the 1,224 homes in Ellendale 56026, it is worth more than 69% of them ($395,684 against a typical $321,790), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($161 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,460 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 5.38 ac) and it is newer than 91% of them (2005 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Steele County, it is worth more than 76% 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 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 705 Simplicity Dr, Ellendale, MN was $5,538. The county assessed it at $401,400.

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