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$481,198$276 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

2542 RIVER RD

MODESTO, CA 95351
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,741 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.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$481K
$464K low$498K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$371,198
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$296,958
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.20%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$110,000
SIERRA PACIFIC MORTGAGE CO INC · recorded Jul 11, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,863 (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.$241,163 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,171
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$191,992
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,163

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.38
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
50
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.9 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.1 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.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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 400 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Virginia Parks Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Mae Hensley Junior HighC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Ceres High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Ceres Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95351These 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.105
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 100.159

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.7.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,180
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,315
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,592
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

2542 River Rd 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 89% of homes in Modesto 95351
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Modesto 95351
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Modesto 95351
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Modesto 95351

What homes are worth in Modesto 95351

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

This home
$199K$637K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Modesto 95351.

How it measures up in Modesto 95351

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Modesto 95351.

Estimated value$481,198
CheaperTypical $361,322Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $289Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,741 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 2542 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95351Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,19889% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27637% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,741 ft²86% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac26% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than200095% of homes78% of homes

About 2542 River Rd

How much is 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA is $481,198 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $464,181 to $498,215. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA last sell?

2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA last sold on Jul 11, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA?

2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,741 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA built?

2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA?

2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA is assigned to Virginia Parks Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Mae Hensley Junior High (middle), rated C; Ceres High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Ceres Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95351?

Among the 10,185 homes in Modesto 95351, it is worth more than 89% of them ($481,198 against a typical $361,322), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($276 against a typical $289), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,741 ft² against a typical 1,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2000 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 59% 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 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2542 River Rd, Modesto, CA was $2,863. The county assessed it at $241,163.

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