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$285,744$195 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $278,100 on Aug 30, 2024

979 BIDWELL ST

WEST SAINT PAUL, MN 55118
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,462 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$286K
$251K low$321K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$278,100 · Aug 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,400 (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.$267,700 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$283,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$267,700

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDakota
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.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Detached, Unfinished

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.

M
Heritage E-STEM Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Moreland Arts & Health Sciences Magnet SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.5 mi
H
Two Rivers High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 55118These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,413
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,711 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,646
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,544
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%

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How this home compares

979 Bidwell St 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 less than 76% of homes in Dakota County
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Dakota County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Dakota County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Dakota County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Dakota County

What homes are worth in Saint Paul 55118

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

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$119K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Saint Paul 55118.

How it measures up in Saint Paul 55118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Paul 55118.

Estimated value$285,744
CheaperTypical $345,977Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,462 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,895 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 979 Bidwell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Paul 55118Dakota County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,74427% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19553% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,462 ft²27% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac27% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than195126% of homes6% of homes

About 979 Bidwell St

How much is 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN is $285,744 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $250,633 to $320,855. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN last sell?

979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN last sold on Aug 30, 2024 for $278,100, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN?

979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,462 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN built?

979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN?

979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN is assigned to Heritage E-STEM Magnet School (middle), rated C+; Moreland Arts & Health Sciences Magnet School (elementary), rated C; Two Rivers High School (high), rated B+. All sit in West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN compare to other homes in Saint Paul 55118?

Among the 9,618 homes in Saint Paul 55118, it is worth more than 27% of them ($285,744 against a typical $345,977), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($195 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,462 ft² against a typical 1,895 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1951 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Dakota County, it is worth more than 24% 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 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 Bidwell St, West Saint Paul, MN was $3,400. The county assessed it at $267,700.

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