Modesto, CA homes for sale
Market figures and sources for Modesto, CA. Listing data as of n/a.
Facts with sources
Modesto home prices, property tax and answers
Curious about Modesto? Start here. Modesto is a Stanislaus County city of about 219,652 residents, with a mean travel time to work of 30.2 minutes (U.S. Census QuickFacts). The median home sale price for the 3 months ending September 2026 was $464,779 (Redfin, Sept 2026). There is no ACE station in Modesto today; ACE says Lathrop/Manteca station is popular with riders who drive from Modesto, and Graceada Park is a City landmark designated in 1992.
| Median sale price, 3 months ending Sept 2026 | $464,779, up 4.7% year over year |
|---|---|
| Median days on market | 24 (31 a year earlier) |
| Homes sold, September 2026 | 430 (427 in September 2025) |
| Median sale price per sq ft | $284 |
| Base property tax at 1% on the median price | about $4,648 a year |
| Typical total property tax rate, FY 2025-26 | about 1.08% to 1.17%. Excludes Mello-Roos and direct charges. Source: Stanislaus County Auditor-Controller, FY 2025-26 secured rates |
Source: Redfin, Sept 2026. Redfin measures closed sales over a rolling 3 months.
Price plus tax: $464,779 median price plus about $4,648 a year in 1% base property tax. Your rate depends on the parcel. To see a full estimate with your own numbers, use roofzoo.com/afford.
Local facts
- Population 219,652 (07/01/2025 estimate), up 0.5% since April 2020. Source: U.S. Census QuickFacts, read 10/12/2026.
- Mean travel time to work: 30.2 minutes (ACS 2020-2024). Source: U.S. Census QuickFacts, read 10/12/2026.
- Modesto has no ACE station today. ACE points Modesto riders to Lathrop/Manteca station, and StanRTA runs from the Vintage Faire Mall Park and Ride to Lathrop/Manteca to meet ACE trains. Source: ACE Rail, Stations, read 10/16/2026.
- Graceada Park (Sycamore and Needham Avenues) is a City landmark, designated by City Council on 12/08/1992. Source: City of Modesto, Landmarks Summary Report, Landmark 17, read 10/15/2026.
- City Council approved the Downtown Master Plan unanimously on 08/11/2020. Source: City of Modesto, Downtown Master Plan, read 10/14/2026.
- Commute times and train schedule: ACE Train Service Schedule, updated 12/08/2025 (read 10/13/2026). Trains run Monday to Friday; no service 11/26/2026, 11/27/2026, 12/25/2026 and 01/01/2027.
- Transfer tax: Stanislaus County documentary transfer tax is $1.10 per $1,000 of value, and Modesto has no separate city transfer tax. Who pays is set in the purchase contract. Source: California City Finance, read 10/16/2026.
- Mello-Roos check: look up the parcel's tax bill on the Stanislaus County tax search (read 10/16/2026).
Questions and answers
What is the median home sale price in Modesto?
$464,779, up 4.7% year over year, for closed sales in the 3 months ending September 2026 (Redfin, Sept 2026). Prices change monthly, so check the date before you rely on it.
How fast are homes selling in Modesto?
The median home sold in 24 days, compared with 31 days a year earlier. 430 homes sold in September 2026 (Redfin, Sept 2026).
What is the property tax on a median-priced Modesto home?
At the 1% base rate, a $464,779 home carries about $4,648 a year in base property tax. The typical total rate in Modesto for FY 2025-26 is about 1.08% to 1.17% (Stanislaus County Auditor-Controller, FY 2025-26 secured rates), and Mello-Roos or other special assessments can add more. Check the parcel's tax bill, then run your own numbers at roofzoo.com/afford.
Which school district serves Modesto?
Modesto City Schools, plus elementary districts such as Sylvan Union and Stanislaus Union in parts of the city. School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district.
Is there a train from Modesto to the Bay Area?
Not from Modesto itself today. Riders drive or take StanRTA from the Vintage Faire Mall Park and Ride to ACE Lathrop/Manteca station, where weekday westbound trains leave at 4:29, 5:54, 6:59 and 7:51 AM (ACE schedule updated 12/08/2025). Check acerail.com for current times.
What could my Modesto home be worth if I sell?
Sale prices vary by the home and the market. Recent closed sales in Modesto had a median of $464,779 (Redfin, Sept 2026). For a free estimate based on your address, use RoofZoo's home value tool at roofzoo.com/value/. An estimate is not an appraisal and does not guarantee a sale price.
Can a RoofZoo real estate agent help me buy or sell in Modesto?
Yes. If you ask, a licensed real estate agent with Hansen Sales Inc can answer questions about a Modesto home. Nobody contacts you unless you request it.
MetroList market data
Modesto, CA home sales: September 2026
Last updated: 10/20/2026. Data period: September 2026, single-family homes.
How did homes sell in Modesto, CA in September 2026?
In September 2026, single-family homes in the Modesto area had a median sold price of about $470K across 122 closed sales (September 2025: about $450K across 128). Homes averaged 29 days on market (39 in September 2025). The average price per square foot was $286 ($279 in September 2025). The "area" is the MetroList market area for Modesto and may not match city limits.
Where can I search homes for sale in Modesto, CA?
You can search Modesto homes for sale free on RoofZoo at roofzoo.com/ca/modesto/. RoofZoo shows active listings and connects you with a licensed local real estate agent if you want one.
How do I find a real estate agent in Modesto, CA?
RoofZoo connects buyers and sellers with a licensed real estate agent who works in Modesto. Hansen Sales Inc, DRE 02240122, is the brokerage. You can also check any agent's license at dre.ca.gov.
How many homes were for sale in Modesto at the end of September 2026?
At the end of September 2026 there were 291 active single-family listings in the Modesto area (257 a year earlier). For today's listings, search roofzoo.com.
| Metric | Sep 2026 | Sep 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Median sold price | $470K | $450K |
| Closed sales | 122 | 128 |
| Average days on market | 29 days | 39 days |
| Average price per sq ft | $286 | $279 |
| Active listings, end of month | 291 | 257 |
Source: MetroList MLS via TRENDVision, September 2026 single-family data. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Figures may change.
Local facts with sources
About Modesto
Modesto, CA overview
Modesto is a city in Stanislaus County, California, in the Central Valley (209 area code). The Modesto page on RoofZoo lists homes for sale from the MetroList IDX feed with price, beds, baths, square feet and the listing brokerage. You can get new Modesto listings by email with the form on that page, or ask a local agent to tour a home.
Modesto school information sources
Public schools in Modesto are generally served by Modesto City Schools (high schools) and several elementary districts. School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm boundaries with the district. Official data on each school, including test results and other measures, is published by the California Department of Education on the California School Dashboard (caschooldashboard.org). RoofZoo does not rate or rank schools.
Modesto public safety data sources
Law enforcement in Modesto is provided by the Modesto Police Department. Official reported crime statistics are published by the FBI Crime Data Explorer (cde.ucr.cjis.gov) and the California DOJ OpenJustice portal (openjustice.doj.ca.gov). RoofZoo does not describe areas as safe or unsafe.
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