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First Ave

Backus, MN 56435
3
Homes
1
Streets
$183,967
Avg Home

Address Directory

1 207 First Ave E

Owner: Rydin, Dolores A (estate Of)
$23,500
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2 210 First Ave E

Owner: Pine Mountain Gospel
$260,400
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3 320 First Ave E

Owner: City Of Backus
$268,000
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Source: County assessor records, public records & state business filings · Updated Feb 2026

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Commercial Fleet Presence

FMCSA Motor Carrier Registry

Heavy
45
Carriers
144
Power Units
189
Drivers
3.2
Avg Fleet
For-Hire: 18
Private: 27
Passenger: 1
Largest Carriers in ZIP
ZAFFKE PLUMBING
DOT #1116828 · Intrastate
28 units
22 drivers
BACKUS NAZARENE CHURCH
DOT #2438340 · Intrastate
21 units
1 drivers
SCHRUPP EXCAVATING LLC
DOT #1125029 · Intrastate
15 units
25 drivers
SAWYER TIMBER CO LLP
DOT #687421 · Intrastate
6 units
6 drivers
SAWYER ENTERPRISE LLC
DOT #1697009 · Intrastate
6 units
2 drivers

45 registered motor carriers in this ZIP. operating 144 power units. 18 for-hire carriers.

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Schools & Education

Part of Pine River-Backus Public School District. 1 nearby schools serving this area.

H
High School

Pine River-Backus High School

Score 31/100
Enrollment 370
Distance 6.9 mi

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) · Updated Feb 2026

At a Glance

Avg Home Value
$183,967
$23,500/yr tax · 12.8% rate
Est. Monthly Cost
$2,965
$930 mortgage · $1,958 tax
Best School
31/100
1 nearby school
Stability
Stable
55/100
3 homes · 1 street

First Ave exhibits moderate stability with a mix of long-term and newer residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home value in First Ave?
The average assessed property value in First Ave is $183,967, with average annual property taxes of $23,500.
What school district is First Ave in?
First Ave is served by Pine River-Backus Public School District. The highest-rated nearby school scores 31/100.
How many homes are in First Ave?
First Ave in Backus, MN has 3 homes across 1 street.
Is First Ave good for families?
First Ave is served by Pine River-Backus Public School District (top school score: 31/100), average home value of $183,967. The neighborhood has 3 homes across 1 street, providing a close-knit community for families.
How much does it cost to live in First Ave?
The average assessed home value is $183,967, and annual property taxes average $23,500, and the estimated total monthly housing cost (mortgage, taxes, and insurance) is approximately $2,965. These estimates are based on a 30-year mortgage at 6.5% with 20% down.
What high school serves First Ave?
The nearest high school is Pine River-Backus High School, located 6.9 miles away. It has a quality score of 31/100.
What are property taxes in First Ave?
The average annual property tax in First Ave is $23,500, with an effective tax rate of approximately 12.77% based on average assessed values of $183,967.
Is First Ave a stable neighborhood?
First Ave has a stability score of 55/100, classified as "Stable." This indicates moderate stability with some residential turnover.

Data Sources & Methodology

6 verified data sources power this report

County Assessor

Property tax & valuation records

NCES/EDFacts

Federal education statistics

CDC/CMS

Healthcare facility & outcome data

DOT/FEMA

Transportation & hazard data

US Census ACS

5-year community survey estimates

Zillow/Redfin

Housing market indicators

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