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Zero Lot Line (Residential)Residential
$399,998$300 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $240,000 on Jan 11, 2017

309 COTTONWOOD DR

MODESTO, CA 95356
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,332 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.
4,207 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$400K
$338K low$462K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Jan 11, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,000 (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.$278,535 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$127,661
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,874
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$278,535

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.46
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
47
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.
13
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.Zero Lot Line (Residential)
CountyStanislaus
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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

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
Woodrow Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Grace M. Davis High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Somerset Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Modesto City High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95356These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.141

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
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.34,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,547 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,584
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,143
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

309 Cottonwood Dr 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 80% of homes in Modesto 95356
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Modesto 95356
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Modesto 95356
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Stanislaus County

What homes are worth in Modesto 95356

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

This home
$224K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Modesto 95356.

How it measures up in Modesto 95356

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Modesto 95356.

Estimated value$399,998
CheaperTypical $506,392Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $273Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,332 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,887 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size4,207 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 309 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95356Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$399,99820% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30069% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,332 ft²21% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,207 ft²17% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than198548% of homes51% of homes

About 309 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA is $399,998 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $337,750 to $462,246. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA last sell?

309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA last sold on Jan 11, 2017 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA?

309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,332 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA built?

309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA?

309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA is assigned to Woodrow Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Grace M. Davis High School (high), rated C; Somerset Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Modesto City High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95356?

Among the 10,265 homes in Modesto 95356, it is worth more than 20% of them ($399,998 against a typical $506,392), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($300 against a typical $273), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,332 ft² against a typical 1,887 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (4,207 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1985 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 29% 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 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 309 Cottonwood Dr, Modesto, CA was $3,000. The county assessed it at $278,535.

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