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$189,651$165 / 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 87How 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 $139,900 on Jul 14, 2017

8059 79TH AVE SW

STAPLES, MN 56479
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,152 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.
5.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$190K
$165K low$214K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,900 · Jul 14, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,076 (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.$172,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,500

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.9 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
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.03
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.Heat Pump
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Shed

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
Staples-Motley Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 11.1 mi
M
Staples-Motley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 11.6 mi
H
Staples-Motley Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.6 mi

District: Staples-Motley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56479These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

8059 79th Ave 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 more than 75% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Cass County
  • Among the newest homes in Staples 56479

What homes are worth in Staples 56479

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

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$30K$400K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Staples 56479.

How it measures up in Staples 56479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Staples 56479.

Estimated value$189,651
CheaperTypical $121,834Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 956 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size5.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 8059 79th Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStaples 56479Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$189,65175% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16569% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²65% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.03 ac73% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homesalmost all homes

About 8059 79th Ave Sw

How much is 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN is $189,651 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $164,877 to $214,425. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN last sell?

8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN last sold on Jul 14, 2017 for $139,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN?

8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 5.03-acre lot.

When was 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN built?

8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN?

8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN is assigned to Staples-Motley Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Staples-Motley Middle School (middle), rated C; Staples-Motley Senior High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Staples-Motley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN compare to other homes in Staples 56479?

Among the 2,363 homes in Staples 56479, it is worth more than 75% of them ($189,651 against a typical $121,834), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($165 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 956 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (5.03 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 31% 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 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8059 79th Ave Sw, Staples, MN was $1,076. The county assessed it at $172,500.

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