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$996,403$346 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $250,000 on Oct 29, 1997

5542 AMERICAN AVE

MODESTO, CA 95356
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,879 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$996K
$905K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Oct 29, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,342 (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.$466,461 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,923
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$335,538
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$457,315

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.57
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
81
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.90
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 · 108 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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 · 0.9 mi
H
Joseph A. Gregori High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Prescott Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 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

5542 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 97% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Modesto 95356
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Stanislaus County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of 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
$218K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 93% 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$996,403
CheaperTypical $505,309Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$346
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area2,879 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,898 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 5542 American Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeModesto 95356Stanislaus County
Estimated valuepricier than$996,40393% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34690% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than2,879 ft²84% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac93% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than198036% of homes47% of homes

About 5542 American Ave

How much is 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA is $996,403 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $905,474 to $1,087,332. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA last sell?

5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA last sold on Oct 29, 1997 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA?

5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,879 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA built?

5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old.

What schools serve 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA?

5542 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 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA compare to other homes in Modesto 95356?

Among the 10,266 homes in Modesto 95356, it is worth more than 93% of them ($996,403 against a typical $505,309), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($346 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,879 ft² against a typical 1,898 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1980 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Stanislaus County, it is worth more than 97% 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 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5542 American Ave, Modesto, CA was $5,342. The county assessed it at $466,461.

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