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$221,809$253 / 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 $220,000 on Jan 26, 2024

920 8TH ST S

SAINT JAMES, MN 56081
3
Beds
2
Baths
876 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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

$222K
$204K low$239K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Jan 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,144 (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.$171,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$151,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,800

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
41
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyWATONWAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 224 ft²

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

M
St. James Middle/High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.1 mi
E
St. James Northside Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi

District: St. James Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56081These 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.130
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 100.10

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,236
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.$60,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,613
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 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

920 8th St 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 84% of homes in Saint James 56081
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Saint James 56081
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Watonwan County

What homes are worth in Saint James 56081

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

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$54K$377K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Saint James 56081.

How it measures up in Saint James 56081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint James 56081.

Estimated value$221,809
CheaperTypical $136,546Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area876 ft²
SmallerTypical 882 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 920 8th St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint James 56081Watonwan County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,80984% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25389% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than876 ft²50% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac36% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than194850% of homes53% of homes

About 920 8th St S

How much is 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN is $221,809 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $204,171 to $239,447. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN last sell?

920 8th St S, Saint James, MN last sold on Jan 26, 2024 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN?

920 8th St S, Saint James, MN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 876 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN built?

920 8th St S, Saint James, MN was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN?

920 8th St S, Saint James, MN is assigned to St. James Middle/High School (middle), rated C-; St. James Northside Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in St. James Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN compare to other homes in Saint James 56081?

Among the 2,349 homes in Saint James 56081, it is worth more than 84% of them ($221,809 against a typical $136,546), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($253 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 50% of them (876 ft² against a typical 882 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1948 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Watonwan County, it is worth more than 83% 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 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 920 8th St S, Saint James, MN was $2,144. The county assessed it at $171,800.

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