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$265,771$198 / 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 91How 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

81285 490TH ST

HECTOR, MN 55342
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Baths
1,344 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$266K
$241K low$291K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,780 (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.$259,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,200

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.42
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 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
CountyRENVILLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 49 ft²Shed · 2,240 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

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Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.9 mi
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Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.3 mi

District: Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55342These 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.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,818
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,638
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,433
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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%

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How this home compares

81285 490th St 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 87% of homes in Hector 55342
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Hector 55342
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Renville County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Renville County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Hector 55342

What homes are worth in Hector 55342

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

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$29K$400K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Hector 55342.

How it measures up in Hector 55342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hector 55342.

Estimated value$265,771
CheaperTypical $129,970Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 81285 490th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHector 55342Renville County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,77187% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19879% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²79% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac65% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than200294% of homes93% of homes

About 81285 490th St

How much is 81285 490th St, Hector, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81285 490th St, Hector, MN is $265,771 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $240,730 to $290,812. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81285 490th St, Hector, MN last sell?

81285 490th St, Hector, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81285 490th St, Hector, MN?

81285 490th St, Hector, MN has 1,344 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 81285 490th St, Hector, MN built?

81285 490th St, Hector, MN was built in 2002, making it 24 years old.

What schools serve 81285 490th St, Hector, MN?

81285 490th St, Hector, MN is assigned to Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart High School (middle), rated B-; Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81285 490th St, Hector, MN compare to other homes in Hector 55342?

Among the 839 homes in Hector 55342, it is worth more than 87% of them ($265,771 against a typical $129,970), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($198 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (5 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2002 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Renville County, it is worth more than 85% 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 81285 490th St, Hector, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 81285 490th St, Hector, MN was $1,780. The county assessed it at $259,200.

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