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$610,404$263 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $430,000 on Jun 26, 2020

217 MERLIN WAY

MODESTO, CA 95350
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,321 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$610K
$578K low$643K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$430,000 · Jun 26, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,279 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$479,667 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$211,946
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,721
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$470,263

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.49
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
12
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 440 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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

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

E
Sherwood Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Somerset Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Fred C. Beyer High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Sylvan Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95350These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.143

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.55,189
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,329 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,336
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,549
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

217 Merlin Way 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 more than 94% of homes in Modesto 95350
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Modesto 95350
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Modesto 95350
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Modesto 95350
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Modesto 95350

What homes are worth in Modesto 95350

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

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$217K$711K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Modesto 95350.

How it measures up in Modesto 95350

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Modesto 95350.

Estimated value$610,404
CheaperTypical $413,622Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,321 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,413 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 217 Merlin Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95350Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$610,40494% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26324% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,321 ft²93% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac81% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than196971% of homes29% of homes

About 217 Merlin Way

How much is 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA is $610,404 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $578,084 to $642,724. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA last sell?

217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA last sold on Jun 26, 2020 for $430,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA?

217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,321 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA built?

217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA?

217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA is assigned to Sherwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Somerset Middle School (middle), rated C; Fred C. Beyer High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Sylvan Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95350?

Among the 15,512 homes in Modesto 95350, it is worth more than 94% of them ($610,404 against a typical $413,622), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($263 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,321 ft² against a typical 1,413 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1969 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 88% 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 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 217 Merlin Way, Modesto, CA was $5,279. The county assessed it at $479,667.

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