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$297,584$353 / 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 51How 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

956 RIVER DR NW

BENA, MN 56626
2
Beds
1
Baths
844 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$298K
$153K low$443K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$104,584
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$83,667
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.64%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$148,000
AFFINITY PLUS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION · R · recorded Jul 16, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$45,000
AFFINITY PLUS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,006 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$138,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,900

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.133 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 150 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
Cass Lake-Bena Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 12.7 mi
M
Cass Lake-Bena Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 13.5 mi
H
Cass Lake-Bena Secondary SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.6 mi

District: Cass Lake-Bena Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 56626These 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.188
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 100.15

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.50%
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.31%
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.222
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,107
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,518
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.39°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

956 River Dr Nw 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 73% of homes in Bena 56626
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Bena 56626
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Cass County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Cass County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Bena 56626

What homes are worth in Bena 56626

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

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$50K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Bena 56626.

How it measures up in Bena 56626

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bena 56626.

Estimated value$297,584
CheaperTypical $144,610Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$353
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area844 ft²
SmallerTypical 990 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 956 River Dr Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBena 56626Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,58473% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35388% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than844 ft²30% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac38% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than19658% of homes10% of homes

About 956 River Dr Nw

How much is 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN is $297,584 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $152,597 to $442,571. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN last sell?

956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN?

956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 844 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN built?

956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN?

956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN is assigned to Cass Lake-Bena Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Cass Lake-Bena Middle School (middle), rated F; Cass Lake-Bena Secondary School (high), rated F. All sit in Cass Lake-Bena Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN compare to other homes in Bena 56626?

Among the 271 homes in Bena 56626, it is worth more than 73% of them ($297,584 against a typical $144,610), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($353 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 30% of them (844 ft² against a typical 990 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1965 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Cass 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 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 956 River Dr Nw, Bena, MN was $1,006. The county assessed it at $138,900.

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