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$68,311$54 / 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 78How 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
Last sold for $36,000 on Sep 21, 2020

868 3RD AVE SW

WELLS, MN 56097
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,255 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$68K
$53K low$83K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,000 · Sep 21, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,658 (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.$71,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$71,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyFARIBAULT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (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.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 257 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
United South Central High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.3 mi
E
United South Central Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi

District: United South Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56097These 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.106
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 100.15

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,880
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,102
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,742
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

868 3rd 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 87% of homes in Wells 56097
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Wells 56097
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Wells 56097
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Faribault County

What homes are worth in Wells 56097

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

This home
$36K$445K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Wells 56097.

How it measures up in Wells 56097

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wells 56097.

Estimated value$68,311
CheaperTypical $162,954Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$54
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,255 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,454 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 868 3rd Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWells 56097Faribault County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,31113% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$547% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,255 ft²32% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac25% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than193942% of homes44% of homes

About 868 3rd Ave Sw

How much is 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN is $68,311 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $53,382 to $83,240. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN last sell?

868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN last sold on Sep 21, 2020 for $36,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN?

868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,255 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN built?

868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN?

868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN is assigned to United South Central High School (middle), rated C-; United South Central Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in United South Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN compare to other homes in Wells 56097?

Among the 1,735 homes in Wells 56097, it is worth more than 13% of them ($68,311 against a typical $162,954), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($54 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,255 ft² against a typical 1,454 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1939 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Faribault County, it is worth more than 20% 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 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 868 3rd Ave Sw, Wells, MN was $1,658. The county assessed it at $71,600.

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