Scott County property record for 491 Thomas Ave, Shakopee, MN 55379
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 5 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,684 sqft · built 1998 |
| Lot Size | 0.27 acres (11,761 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $304,900 (Jan 2017) |
| Tax Bill | $5,038 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Feb 2024 Second Mortgage May 2020 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 27-230006-0 |
| Primary APN | 27-230006-0 |
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| Bedrooms | 5 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,684 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,402 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,667 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,617 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 1,400 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 217 sqft |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Year Built | Built 1998 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2005 |
| Architectural Style | Split Foyer |
| Exterior Material | Vinyl |
| Foundation Type | Block |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 11,761 sqft (0.27 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 108 ft deep x 113 ft wide |
| Garage Area | 440 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Deck Area | 1,221 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Connected |
| Street Address | 491 THOMAS AVE |
|---|---|
| City | SHAKOPEE |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 55379-2469 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | MEADOWS NORTH LOT 006 BLOCK 001 |
| Legal Subdivision | MEADOWS NORTH |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 6 |
| Jurisdiction | SCOTT MN |
| Township / Civil Division | SHAKOPEE |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3002 |
| Census Tract | 80600 |
491 Thomas Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in January 2017.
Source: Scott County records, as of July 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 491 THOMAS AVE, SHAKOPEE, MN 55379-2469 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2024 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Second Mortgage THRIVENT FCU |
| May 14, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · VA Mortgage THRIVENT FCU |
| Jan 20, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · VA Mortgage THRIVENT FCU |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 20, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jan 20, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jan 29, 2014 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20171019084 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SCOTT MN |
| Property Address | 491 THOMAS AVE, SHAKOPEE, MN 55379-2469 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Mar 7, 2024 |
| Title Company | WFG LENDER SERVICES |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 00A1186312 |
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| Date | Feb 26, 2024 |
| Instrument | A1186312 |
| Name | THRIVENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415 |
| Type | Stand-Alone Second Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 180 Months |
| Due | Feb 22, 2039 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SCOTT MN |
| Property Address | 491 THOMAS AVE, SHAKOPEE, MN 55379-2469 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0001092062 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 14, 2020 |
| Instrument | 1092062 |
| Name | THRIVENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415 |
| Type | VA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jun 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SCOTT MN |
| Recording Date | Jan 20, 2017 |
| Property Address | 491 THOMAS AVE, SHAKOPEE, MN 55379-2469 |
| Document Number | 0001019084 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Instrument | 1019084 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Title Company | EDINA REALTY TITLE INC |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $1,006.17 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Joint Tenants |
| Address | 491 THOMAS AVE, SHAKOPEE, MN 55379-2469 |
| Document Number | 0001019085 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 20, 2017 |
| Instrument | 1019085 |
| Name | THRIVENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | VA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 359 Months |
| Due | Dec 1, 2046 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 491 Thomas Ave was $5,038 with a homeowner's exemption, up 8.8% from the year before.
Source: Scott County assessment roll, as of May 12, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Scott County |
| Municipality | Shakopee City |
| Unified School District | Shakopee Public School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,038.00 (+8.77%) Homeowner's exemption | $477,200 Land $170,900 Building $306,300 | $477,200 Land $170,900 Building $306,300 |
| 2025 | $4,632.00 (+3.53%) | ||
| 2024 | $4,474.00 (-5.21%) Homeowner's exemption | $445,400 (+6.43%) Land $165,900 Building $279,500 | $445,400 (+6.43%) Land $165,900 Building $279,500 |
| 2023 | $4,720.00 Homeowner's exemption | $418,500 Land $163,400 Building $255,100 | $418,500 Land $163,400 Building $255,100 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 491 Thomas Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 6, 2026 · 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 Policies | 1 in force |
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.
The area around 491 Thomas Ave has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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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 | Shakopee serves 47,000 people · EPA ID MN1700009 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2025 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 2 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. This system sells water to local utilities; the supplier billing this address may be one of them.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 298 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Metronet Fiber | 5,120 / 5,120 |
| AT&T Fiber | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| GigFire Fixed Wireless | 150 / 130 |
| Netwave Broadband Fixed Wireless · not low latency | 125 / 40 |
May also be available: CenturyLink.
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