Benton County property record for 15 3rd Ave NW, Rice, MN 56367
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft · built 1978 |
| Lot Size | 0.222 acres (9,694 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $299,650 (Nov 2017) |
| Tax Bill | $2,138 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2021 Mortgage Nov 2017 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 15.00254.00 |
| Primary APN | 15.00254.00 |
|---|
| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Building Area | 864 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 864 sqft |
| Basement Area | 700 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 700 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Year Built | Built 1978 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1990 |
| Architectural Style | Bi-Level |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum Siding |
| Roof Type | Gable/Hip |
| Roof Material | Asbestos |
| Lot Area | 9,694 sqft (0.222 acres) |
| Garage Area | 672 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Street Address | 15 3RD AVE NW |
|---|---|
| City | RICE |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 56367-8711 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | SECT-29 TWP-038 RANGE-031 JOS JANSONS 1ST ADDN TO RICE LOT-005 BLOCK-001 & ELY 1/2 OF LOT 4 |
| Legal Range | 031 |
| Legal Township | 038 |
| Legal Section | 29 |
| Legal Subdivision | JOS JANSONS 1ST ADDN TO RICE |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 4-5 |
| Jurisdiction | BENTON MN |
| Township / Civil Division | RICE |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1028 |
| Census Tract | 20203 |
Source: Benton County records, as of July 16, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 15 3RD AVE NW, RICE, MN 56367-8711 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 17, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Jul 22, 2008 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · USDA Mortgage USDA |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 17, 2017 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Nov 17, 2017 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Jul 22, 2008 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 2017426295 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BENTON MN |
| Property Address | 15 3RD AVE NW, RICE, MN 56367-8711 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Title Company | UNKNOWN, T&S TITLE & CLOSINGS |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0000452735 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Instrument | 452735 |
| Name | PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Jun 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BENTON MN |
| Recording Date | Nov 17, 2017 |
| Property Address | 15 3RD AVE NW, RICE, MN 56367-8711 |
| Document Number | 426295 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 15, 2017 |
| Instrument | 426295 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 9, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BENTON MN |
| Recording Date | Jul 22, 2008 |
| Property Address | 15 3RD AVE NW, RICE, MN 56367-8711 |
| Document Number | 0001359094 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 21, 2008 |
| Instrument | 1359094 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jan 28, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $451.44 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 00000 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 15 3RD AVE NW, RICE, MN 56367-8711 |
| Document Number | 0001359095 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 22, 2008 |
| Instrument | 1359095 |
| Name | USDA |
|---|---|
| Type | Government Agency |
| Type | USDA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 396 Months |
| Due | Jul 21, 2041 |
Source: Benton County assessment roll, as of July 16, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Benton County |
| Municipality | Rice City |
| Unified School District | Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,138.00 (+7.76%) Homeowner's exemption | $202,900 (-0.2%) Land $23,600 Building $179,300 | $202,900 (-0.2%) Land $23,600 Building $179,300 |
| 2025 | $1,984.00 (+6.78%) | $203,300 (+5.67%) Land $21,500 Building $181,800 | $203,300 (+5.67%) Land $21,500 Building $181,800 |
| 2023 | $1,858.00 | $192,400 Land $21,500 Building $170,900 | $192,400 Land $21,500 Building $170,900 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective July 29, 2019 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (1997) |
| Most Recent Claim | Apr 1997 · Severe Flooding, High Winds,severe Storms |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 60% of Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | Rice serves 2,187 people · EPA ID MN1050002 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 132 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| Benton Cooperative Telephone Company Fiber | 250 / 250 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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