2025 Session Last amended: 2013 session

§ 510.02 — Area and Value; How Limited

Plain-Language Summary

Sets the maximum size and value of a homestead exemption: up to 160 acres with a value cap of $510,000 for most homes, or $1,275,000 if the homestead is used primarily for agriculture. These dollar amounts are adjusted periodically by the commissioner of commerce.

Practical Notes
Debtors should check the current adjusted dollar amounts, as they change over time. For most residential homeowners, the $510,000 cap provides significant protection. Farmers receive a higher cap reflecting the value of agricultural land.