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$449,321$239 / 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 72How 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

8179 IDEAL CT

FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,877 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.
2.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$449K
$325K low$574K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,596 (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.$621,700 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$667,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$621,700

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
53
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyChisago
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.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.07
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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

E
Chisago Lakes Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.0 mi
H
Chisago Lakes High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
Chisago Lakes Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.3 mi

District: Chisago Lakes School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55025These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.331 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

8179 Ideal Ct 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 91% of homes in Chisago County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Chisago County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Chisago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Forest Lake 55025

What homes are worth in Forest Lake 55025

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

This home
$179K$816K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Forest Lake 55025.

How it measures up in Forest Lake 55025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Lake 55025.

Estimated value$449,321
CheaperTypical $315,113Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,877 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size2.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 8179 Ideal Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Lake 55025Chisago County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,32181% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23964% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,877 ft²74% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.07 ac75% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than200379% of homes79% of homes

About 8179 Ideal Ct

How much is 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN is $449,321 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $324,605 to $574,037. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN last sell?

8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN last sold on Apr 8, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN?

8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,877 square feet of living space and a 2.07-acre lot.

When was 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN built?

8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN?

8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN is assigned to Chisago Lakes Primary School (elementary); Chisago Lakes High School (high), rated A; Chisago Lakes Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Chisago Lakes School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN compare to other homes in Forest Lake 55025?

Among the 9,611 homes in Forest Lake 55025, it is worth more than 81% of them ($449,321 against a typical $315,113), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($239 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,877 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (2.07 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (2003 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Chisago County, it is worth more than 91% 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 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8179 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN was $8,596. The county assessed it at $621,700.

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