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$298,322$197 / 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 88How 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 $336,000 on Dec 6, 2004

970 8TH ST SW

BUFFALO, MN 55313
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,512 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.
1.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
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

$298K
$263K low$334K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$336,000 · Dec 6, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,672 (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.$414,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$167,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$408,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$414,600

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.39 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
CountyWRIGHT
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.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.41
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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 · 240 ft²Porch · 192 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Northwinds Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.3 mi
M
Buffalo Community Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Buffalo High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55313These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.29,092
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,292
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,973
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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

970 8th St 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Buffalo 55313
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Wright County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Buffalo 55313

What homes are worth in Buffalo 55313

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

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$160K$850K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Buffalo 55313.

How it measures up in Buffalo 55313

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buffalo 55313.

Estimated value$298,322
CheaperTypical $309,900Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,512 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 970 8th St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuffalo 55313Wright County
Estimated valuepricier than$298,32245% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19734% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,512 ft²58% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.41 ac74% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than19458% of homes8% of homes

About 970 8th St Sw

How much is 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN is $298,322 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $263,002 to $333,642. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN last sell?

970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN last sold on Dec 6, 2004 for $336,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN?

970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,512 square feet of living space and a 1.41-acre lot.

When was 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN built?

970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN?

970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN is assigned to Northwinds Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Buffalo Community Middle School (middle), rated B+; Buffalo High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN compare to other homes in Buffalo 55313?

Among the 8,673 homes in Buffalo 55313, it is worth more than 45% of them ($298,322 against a typical $309,900), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($197 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,512 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (1.41 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1945 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Wright County, it is worth more than 44% 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 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 970 8th St Sw, Buffalo, MN was $3,672. The county assessed it at $414,600.

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