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Last sold for $195,000 on Jun 2, 2016

8708 BABCOCK AVE

PLATO, MN 55370
0
Baths
3,099 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.
8.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1902
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · Jun 2, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,444 (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.$470,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$192,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$277,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$468,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$470,400

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.35
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.6 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.Agricultural/Rural (General)
CountyMcLeod
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.41
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 1,080 ft²Porch · 516 ft²

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

H
Glencoe-Silver Lake Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
M
Lincoln Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.0 mi
E
Helen Baker Elementary
Elementary · Grades EE–2 · 5.1 mi

District: Glencoe-Silver Lake School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55370These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.778
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,634
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

8708 Babcock Ave 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 largest homes in McLeod County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in McLeod County
  • Older than 90% of homes in McLeod County

How it measures up in Plato 55370

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plato 55370.

Living area3,099 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size8.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1902
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 8708 Babcock Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlato 55370McLeod County
Living areabigger than3,099 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than8.41 ac90% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than190211% of homes10% of homes

About 8708 Babcock Ave

When did 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN last sell?

8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN last sold on Jun 2, 2016 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN?

8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN has 3,099 square feet of living space and a 8.41-acre lot.

When was 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN built?

8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN was built in 1902, making it 124 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN?

8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN is assigned to Glencoe-Silver Lake Senior High School (high), rated C+; Lincoln Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Helen Baker Elementary (elementary). All sit in Glencoe-Silver Lake School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN compare to other homes in Plato 55370?

Among the 257 homes in Plato 55370, it is bigger than 97% of them (3,099 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (8.41 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1902 against a typical 1963). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8708 Babcock Ave, Plato, MN was $2,444. The county assessed it at $470,400.

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