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$733,315$416 / 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 83How 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

5237 AMERICAN AVE

MODESTO, CA 95356
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,764 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.
3.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$733K
$611K low$856K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,483 (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.$131,746 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,612
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,134
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,746

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.55
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
80
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.30%
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.minimal

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.3.37
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Tilt-Up Concrete
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
Stanislaus Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
H
Joseph A. Gregori High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Prescott Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Stanislaus Union Elementary 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

5237 American 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 more than 92% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Modesto 95356
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Modesto 95356
  • Among the oldest homes in Modesto 95356

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
$222K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 86% 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$733,315
CheaperTypical $506,757Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$416
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size3.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5237 American Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95356Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$733,31586% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41696% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,764 ft²44% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.37 ac96% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than1955almost no homes18% of homes

About 5237 American Ave

How much is 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA is $733,315 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $610,769 to $855,861. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA?

5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,764 square feet of living space and a 3.37-acre lot.

When was 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA built?

5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old.

What schools serve 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA?

5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA is assigned to Stanislaus Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Joseph A. Gregori High School (high), rated B; Prescott Junior High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Stanislaus Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95356?

Among the 10,266 homes in Modesto 95356, it is worth more than 86% of them ($733,315 against a typical $506,757), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($416 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 1,875 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (3.37 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1955 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 92% 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 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5237 American Ave, Modesto, CA was $1,483. The county assessed it at $131,746.

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