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$233,740$237 / 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 92How 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 $275,000 on Aug 31, 2022

838 5TH AVE SW

PERHAM, MN 56573
2
Baths
988 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
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

$234K
$216K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Aug 31, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,000 (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.$223,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$216,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,200

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.33
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.1 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.A-Frame
CountyOTTER TAIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 128 ft²Patio · 310 ft²

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

H
Perham Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Heart of the Lake Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Prairie Wind Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.2 mi

District: Perham-Dent Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56573These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.6,882
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,014
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,433
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 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

838 5th 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 less than 73% of homes in Perham 56573
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Otter Tail County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Perham 56573

What homes are worth in Perham 56573

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

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$111K$752K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Perham 56573.

How it measures up in Perham 56573

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Perham 56573.

Estimated value$233,740
CheaperTypical $312,661Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.62 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 838 5th Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePerham 56573Otter Tail County
Estimated valuepricier than$233,74027% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23732% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²38% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac23% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than198345% of homes54% of homes

About 838 5th Ave Sw

How much is 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN is $233,740 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $216,175 to $251,305. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN last sell?

838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN last sold on Aug 31, 2022 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN?

838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN has 2 bathrooms, 988 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN built?

838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN?

838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN is assigned to Perham Senior High School (high), rated B; Heart of the Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Prairie Wind Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Perham-Dent Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN compare to other homes in Perham 56573?

Among the 4,491 homes in Perham 56573, it is worth more than 27% of them ($233,740 against a typical $312,661), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($237 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 38% of them (988 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.62 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1983 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Otter Tail County, it is worth more than 34% 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 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 838 5th Ave Sw, Perham, MN was $2,000. The county assessed it at $223,200.

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