56401 — Brainerd, MN Home Values
Typical home value $332,290 as of June 2026 · 15th of 27 in Brainerd, MN
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 56401, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 56401 compares in the Brainerd, MN area
ZIP code 56401 (Brainerd, MN) has a typical home value of $332,290 as of June 2026, ranking 15th of 27 ZIP codes tracked in the Brainerd, MN area, more expensive than about 48% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.7% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +30.1%, from $255,449 in June 2021 to $332,290 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 26.9× the annual rent ($1,030/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Brainerd, MN forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Brainerd.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 56401 has a population of 31,749, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 93.8% White, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino, 1.6% two or more races, 0.9% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.9% another race, 0.6% Black or African American, and 0.4% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY | 1515 OAK ST, BRAINERD, MN | 3.6 mi |
| ISD 181 LEARNING CENTER | 311 10TH AVE NE, BRAINERD, MN | 3.6 mi |
| MIDDLE LEVEL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM | 311 10TH AVE NE, BRAINERD, MN | 3.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 56401?
$332,290 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 56401 an expensive ZIP code in the Brainerd, MN area?
56401 ranks 15th of 27 ZIP codes in the Brainerd, MN area by typical home value, more expensive than about 48% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 56401 changed over the past year?
+3.7% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 56401?
The typical home price is 26.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,030/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 56401?
31,749, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 56401?
HARRISON ELEMENTARY (3.6 mi), ISD 181 LEARNING CENTER (3.6 mi), MIDDLE LEVEL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM (3.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 56401?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Brainerd, MN forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.