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$424,834$313 / 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 99How 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 $212,000 on Jul 17, 2003

553 WADDELL WAY

MODESTO, CA 95357
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,359 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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

$425K
$419K low$431K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$212,000 · Jul 17, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,338 (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.$307,427 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,259
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,168
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$301,400

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.35
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
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.
12
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.0.11
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 · 194 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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.

H
Peter Johansen High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Alice N. Stroud Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Norman N. Glick Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Empire Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95357These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.124

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.16,891
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.458 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,704
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,230
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 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

553 Waddell 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 less than 73% of homes in Modesto 95357
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Modesto 95357
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Modesto 95357
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Stanislaus County

What homes are worth in Modesto 95357

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

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$304K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Modesto 95357.

How it measures up in Modesto 95357

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Modesto 95357.

Estimated value$424,834
CheaperTypical $477,279Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$313
CheaperTypical $279Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,359 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,815 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 553 Waddell Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95357Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$424,83427% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31375% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,359 ft²18% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac27% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than199360% of homes69% of homes

About 553 Waddell Way

How much is 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA is $424,834 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $418,974 to $430,694. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA last sell?

553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA last sold on Jul 17, 2003 for $212,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA?

553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,359 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA built?

553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA?

553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA is assigned to Peter Johansen High School (high), rated C-; Alice N. Stroud Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Norman N. Glick Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Empire Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95357?

Among the 2,906 homes in Modesto 95357, it is worth more than 27% of them ($424,834 against a typical $477,279), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($313 against a typical $279), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,359 ft² against a typical 1,815 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1993 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 40% 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 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 553 Waddell Way, Modesto, CA was $3,338. The county assessed it at $307,427.

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