Cass County property record for 4231 16th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,196 sqft · built 1997 |
| Lot Size | 6 acres (261,360 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $181,000 (Jul 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $1,464 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | May 2023 Mortgage Nov 2018 Mortgage + 3 more |
| APN | 31-029-2102 |
| Primary APN | 31-029-2102 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Building Area | 1,196 sqft Base Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,196 sqft |
| Basement Area | 842 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 842 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Wood |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1997 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1997 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 261,360 sqft (6 acres) |
| Garage Area | 2,292 sqft |
| Driveway | Driveway |
| Parking Spaces | 6 Parking Spaces |
| Deck Area | 302 sqft |
| Shed | 1 Shed |
| Shed Area | 1 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Propane |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Well |
| Account Number | 21896 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 4231 16TH ST SW |
| City | BACKUS |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 56435-2224 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | PT OF NE1/4 OF NW1/4, SEC 29-138-30 |
| Legal Range | 30 |
| Legal Township | 138 |
| Legal Section | 29 |
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Township / Civil Division | PINE RIVER |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2010 |
| Census Tract | 960600 |
4231 16th St SW is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in July 2020.
Source: Cass County records, as of August 18, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2023 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage MIDWESTONE BANK |
| Nov 28, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK |
| Mar 31, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Refinance PINE RIVER STATE BANK |
| Jul 30, 2020 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Stand-Alone First Mortgage EVERETT FINANCIAL INC |
| Oct 23, 2018 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 30, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 30, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Oct 1, 2009 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2020661966 |
| Prior Transfer Date | May 19, 2010 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0000560799 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Property Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | May 23, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | A000693355 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 3, 2023 |
| Instrument | A000693355 |
| Name | MIDWESTONE BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Term | 120 Months |
| Due | May 5, 2033 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Property Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jun 22, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | A000646215 |
|---|---|
| Date | Nov 28, 2018 |
| Instrument | A000646215 |
| Name | AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Property Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jun 22, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | A000670834 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 31, 2021 |
| Instrument | A000670834 |
| Name | PINE RIVER STATE BANK |
|---|
| Type | Stand-Alone Refinance |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 37 Months |
| Due | Apr 1, 2024 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Recording Date | Jul 30, 2020 |
| Property Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Document Number | A000661966 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 24, 2020 |
| Instrument | A000661966 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 5, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Document Number | A000661967 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 30, 2020 |
| Instrument | A000661967 |
| Name | EVERETT FINANCIAL INC |
|---|
| Type | Stand-Alone First Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Aug 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Recording Date | Oct 23, 2018 |
| Property Address | 4231 16TH ST SW, BACKUS, MN 56435-2224 |
| Document Number | A000645345 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 28, 2015 |
| Instrument | A000645345 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 16, 2022 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 2465 24TH ST SW, PINE RIVER, MN 56474-4404 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 4231 16th St SW was $1,464 with a homeowner's exemption, up 5.5% from the year before.
Source: Cass County assessment roll, as of April 16, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Cass County |
| County Subdivision | Pine River Township |
| Unified School District | Pine River-Backus Public School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,464.00 (+5.48%) Homeowner's exemption | ||
| 2025 | $1,388.00 | $309,800 Land $45,900 Building $263,900 | $309,800 Land $45,900 Building $263,900 |
| 2023 | $1,152.00 | ||
| 2022 | $245,000 Land $33,700 Building $211,300 | $245,000 Land $33,700 Building $211,300 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA has no flood map on file for 4231 16th St SW.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
| FEMA Flood Zone | Not on file |
|---|
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 4231 16th St SW is low, with a 0.03% annual chance of wildfire.
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 | 0.03% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 2 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| TDS Telecom DSL | 10 / 1 |
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