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$323,354$327 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $150,000 on Mar 24, 2017

1538 PLACER AVE

MODESTO, CA 95358
3
Beds
1
Baths
988 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$323K
$305K low$341K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Mar 24, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,121 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$174,081 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,238
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$92,843
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,081

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
77
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
11
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyStanislaus
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Evaporative
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Fairview ElementaryA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Evelyn Hanshaw Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Thomas Downey High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Modesto City High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95358These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.175

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,414
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.274 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,990
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,223
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

1538 Placer Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Stanislaus County

What homes are worth in Modesto 95358

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$196K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Modesto 95358.

How it measures up in Modesto 95358

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Modesto 95358.

Estimated value$323,354
CheaperTypical $413,269Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$327
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,398 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1538 Placer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95358Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,35421% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32774% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²14% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac34% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195630% of homes19% of homes

About 1538 Placer Ave

How much is 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA is $323,354 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $305,370 to $341,338. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA last sell?

1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA last sold on Mar 24, 2017 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA?

1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 988 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA built?

1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA?

1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA is assigned to Fairview Elementary (elementary), rated A-; Evelyn Hanshaw Middle School (middle), rated D+; Thomas Downey High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Modesto City High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95358?

Among the 7,914 homes in Modesto 95358, it is worth more than 21% of them ($323,354 against a typical $413,269), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($327 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 14% of them (988 ft² against a typical 1,398 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1956 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 9% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1538 Placer Ave, Modesto, CA was $2,121. The county assessed it at $174,081.

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