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$326,282$187 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $315,000 on Aug 28, 2009

8838 W RIVER RD

MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55444
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,743 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.
1.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$326K
$221K low$431K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Aug 28, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,259 (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.$537,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$258,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$596,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$537,400

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1974
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Lake Front

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.

E
Monroe Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Champlin Park High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
Jackson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Anoka-Hennepin School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55444These 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.22
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.8

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.16,583
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,719 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,133
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,056
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8838 W River Rd 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 92% of homes in Minneapolis 55444
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Hennepin County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Minneapolis 55444
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in River View
  • Among the oldest homes in Minneapolis 55444

What homes are worth in Minneapolis 55444

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

This home
$133K$396K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Minneapolis 55444.

How it measures up in Minneapolis 55444

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Minneapolis 55444.

Estimated value$326,282
CheaperTypical $214,719Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,743 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,092 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size1.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8838 W River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver ViewMinneapolis 55444Hennepin County
Estimated valuepricier than$326,28285% of homes92% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18758% of homes48% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,743 ft²73% of homes93% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.21 ac94% of homes93% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than19382% of homesalmost no homes19% of homes

About 8838 W River Rd

How much is 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN is $326,282 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $221,432 to $431,133. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN last sell?

8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN last sold on Aug 28, 2009 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN?

8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,743 square feet of living space.

When was 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN built?

8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN?

8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN is assigned to Monroe Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Champlin Park High School (high), rated B+; Jackson Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Anoka-Hennepin School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN compare to other homes in Minneapolis 55444?

Among the 5,215 homes in Minneapolis 55444, it is worth more than 92% of them ($326,282 against a typical $214,719), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($187 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 93% of them (1,743 ft² against a typical 1,092 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (1.21 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1938 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Hennepin County, it is worth more than 57% 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 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8838 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN was $7,259. The county assessed it at $537,400.

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