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$852,291$125 / 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 89How 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 $849,900 on Apr 30, 2026

8186 IDEAL CT

FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
5
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
6,804 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.
1.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$852K
$759K low$946K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$849,900 · Apr 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,778 (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.$248,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$765,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$897,400

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.49
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 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
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.1.26
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
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 · 715 ft²

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.

E
Chisago Lakes Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.9 mi
H
Chisago Lakes High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 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

8186 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Chisago County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Among the largest homes in Forest Lake 55025
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% 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.

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$207K$900K

This home is worth more than 98% 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$852,291
CheaperTypical $382,707Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $255Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area6,804 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 8186 Ideal Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Lake 55025Chisago County
Estimated valuepricier than$852,29198% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1253% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than6,804 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.26 ac72% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199661% of homes56% of homes

About 8186 Ideal Ct

How much is 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN is $852,291 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $759,036 to $945,546. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN last sell?

8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN last sold on Apr 30, 2026 for $849,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN?

8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 6,804 square feet of living space and a 1.26-acre lot.

When was 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN built?

8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN?

8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN is assigned to Chisago Lakes Primary School (elementary); Chisago Lakes High School (high), rated B+; 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 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN compare to other homes in Forest Lake 55025?

Among the 9,547 homes in Forest Lake 55025, it is worth more than 98% of them ($852,291 against a typical $382,707), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($125 against a typical $255), it is bigger than almost all of them (6,804 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (1.26 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1996 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Chisago County, it is worth more than almost all 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 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8186 Ideal Ct, Forest Lake, MN was $11,778. The county assessed it at $248,700.

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