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$416,750$185 / 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 96How 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 $319,000 on Jan 3, 2019

7985 257TH ST W

FARMINGTON, MN 55024
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,252 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$417K
$402K low$432K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$319,000 · Jan 3, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,012 (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.$427,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$106,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$320,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$426,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$427,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDakota
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.2.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Unfinished

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
McGuire Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi
E
John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.5 mi
H
Lakeville South High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Lakeville Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55024These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.38,340
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.439 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,017
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,927
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

7985 257th St W 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 72% of homes in Farmington 55024
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Farmington 55024
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Farmington 55024
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Dakota County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Farmington 55024

What homes are worth in Farmington 55024

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

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$181K$608K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Farmington 55024.

How it measures up in Farmington 55024

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farmington 55024.

Estimated value$416,750
CheaperTypical $357,324Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$185
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area2,252 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,947 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 7985 257th St W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarmington 55024Dakota County
Estimated valuepricier than$416,75072% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18569% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than2,252 ft²65% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac91% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than197111% of homes21% of homes

About 7985 257th St W

How much is 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN is $416,750 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $401,613 to $431,887. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN last sell?

7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN last sold on Jan 3, 2019 for $319,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN?

7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,252 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN built?

7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN?

7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN is assigned to McGuire Middle School (middle), rated B+; John F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Lakeville South High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Lakeville Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN compare to other homes in Farmington 55024?

Among the 13,101 homes in Farmington 55024, it is worth more than 72% of them ($416,750 against a typical $357,324), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($185 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 65% of them (2,252 ft² against a typical 1,947 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1971 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Dakota County, it is worth more than 65% 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 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7985 257th St W, Farmington, MN was $4,012. The county assessed it at $427,000.

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