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$440,066$419 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

8540 THOMAS AVE S

MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55431
3
Beds
1.8
Baths
1,050 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$440K
$433K low$448K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,876 (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.$365,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$162,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$202,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$353,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$365,000

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.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyHENNEPIN
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
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 · 325 ft²Patio · 560 ft²Porch · 276 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
Washburn Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Oak Grove Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Bloomington Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55431These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,038
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,435 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,109
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,326
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

8540 Thomas Ave S 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 85% of homes in Minneapolis 55431
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Minneapolis 55431
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Minneapolis 55431
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Minneapolis 55431
  • Older than 75% of homes in Minneapolis 55431

What homes are worth in Minneapolis 55431

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

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$161K$561K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Minneapolis 55431.

How it measures up in Minneapolis 55431

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Minneapolis 55431.

Estimated value$440,066
CheaperTypical $362,375Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$419
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 8540 Thomas Ave S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMinneapolis 55431Hennepin County
Estimated valuepricier than$440,06685% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$419almost all homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²16% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac11% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than195525% of homes35% of homes

About 8540 Thomas Ave S

How much is 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN is $440,066 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $432,535 to $447,597. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN last sell?

8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN?

8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1.8 bathrooms, 1,050 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN built?

8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN?

8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN is assigned to Washburn Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Kennedy High School (high), rated D+; Oak Grove Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Bloomington Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN compare to other homes in Minneapolis 55431?

Among the 6,708 homes in Minneapolis 55431, it is worth more than 85% of them ($440,066 against a typical $362,375), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($419 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1955 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Hennepin County, it is worth more than 63% 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 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8540 Thomas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN was $4,876. The county assessed it at $365,000.

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