Stearns County property record for 43889 Birch Cove Rd, Freeport, MN 56331
| Property Type | Seasonal / Vacation Home |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 1.13 acres (49,223 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $200,000 (Oct 2025) |
| Tax Bill | $1,914 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 22-13188-0013 |
| Primary APN | 22-13188-0013 |
|---|
| Lot Area | 49,223 sqft (1.13 acres) |
|---|---|
| Lot Dimensions | 459 ft deep x 111 ft wide |
| Street Address | 43889 BIRCH COVE RD |
|---|---|
| City | FREEPORT |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 56331 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Specialized > Seasonal / Vacation Home |
| Legal Description | P/O LOT 4 BLK 1 LYING NELY OF LN COM SW COR LOT 4-N1D W ALG W LN 265.72' TO POB-S66D E 197.21' TO ELY LN OF LOT 4 & TERM |
| Legal Range | 32W |
| Legal Township | 126 |
| Legal Section | 05 |
| Legal Subdivision | BIRCH COVE |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 4 |
| Jurisdiction | STEARNS MN |
| Township / Civil Division | MILLWOOD |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3014 |
| Census Tract | 10500 |
43889 Birch Cove Rd, a residential property, is owned by two individuals who bought it in October 2025.
Source: Stearns County records, as of April 21, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 43945 COUNTY ROAD 127, MELROSE, MN 56352-8050 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Joint Tenants |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 13, 2025 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Oct 13, 2025 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jul 2, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 43889 Birch Cove Rd was $1,914.
Source: Stearns County assessment roll, as of November 6, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Stearns County |
| County Subdivision | Millwood Township |
| Unified School District | Melrose Public School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,914.00 | ||
| 2025 | $270,100 Land $259,800 Building $10,300 | $270,100 Land $259,800 Building $10,300 | |
| 2023 | $1,960.00 | $245,900 Land $237,100 Building $8,800 | $245,900 Land $237,100 Building $8,800 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 43889 Birch Cove Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 100 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 29, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 100 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 43889 Birch Cove Rd 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 | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 34 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Albany Mutual Telephone Association Fiber | 10,000 / 10,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: GigFire.
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