Welcome to the Little Blue House at 242 Kimble Street in Modesto! This adorable neighborhood has tree lined street that remind you of the 1920's inspiration of our founding fathers. This neighborhood is packed with unique and character filled homes. None will catch your eye like the little blue house nestled under a giant Modesto Ash tree! This adorable bungalow features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. With it's wrap around front porch, beautifully landscaped yard, long driveway and large backyard; you will fall in love! The interior has been lovely maintained, and graciously updated with new electrical, plumbing, kitchen, bathroom, and new roof outside! The backyard will entice you with it's fruit trees, fun playhouse for the kids (or grandkids), and a home office/music room built into the detached garage. Come fall in love with the Little Blue House!
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$378Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by L. Michelle Ricklick•DRE #02124001• PMZ Real Estate
Bought with Chrissy Day•DRE #01418891• PMZ Real Estate
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,022
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Stanislaus County
APN
111008085000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R-2
Medium-Density Residential Zone
The R-2 (Medium-Density Residential) zoning district is intended to accommodate medium-density residential development, including accessory uses and structures.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Lodging & hospitality
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Sep 17, 2021 • Final
Res reroof
Work on a roof.
Roofing
Dec 9, 2014 • Final
Res electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Other Bathroom Features: Jack & Jill, Tub w/Shower Over
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Appliances: Hood Over Range, Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Range
Flooring: Bamboo, Laminate, Tile
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included, In Kitchen
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Back Porch
Window Features: Dual Pane Full
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Living Room Features: Other
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Tile Counter
Dining Room Features: Formal Room
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Detached
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Year Built: 1,916
Land Information
Land Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler Front, Auto Sprinkler Rear, Shape Regular, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Lot Size Square Feet: 7,000
Lot Size Acres: 0.1607
Other Structures: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Internet Available
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Other
Irrigation Source: Meter on Site
Water Source: Water District
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Stanislaus
Elementary School District: Modesto City
Middle Or Junior School District: Modesto City
High School District: Modesto City
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 0637
Postal Code: 95354
County Or Parish: Stanislaus
CrossStreet: E. Morris Avenue
Directions: E. Morris to Kimble Street
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 242
Unparsed Address: 242 Kimble St, Modesto, CA 95354-0637
Street Address Filtered: 242 Kimble St
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,022
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Stanislaus County
APN: 111008085000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Chrissy Day
Around this home
Schools
John Muir Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
La Loma Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
Thomas Downey High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
33 unhealthy days expected this year, 38 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
13 hrs
4.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$368,000 – $445,000
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