Opportunity knocks at 831 Elm Ave in Modesto, located in Stanislaus County. This property is a true fixer upper with strong potential for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to create something of their own. The home features 1,031 square feet of living space on a generous 7,357 square foot lot, offering a solid footprint and plenty of room to add value through renovation and improvements. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and major roadways including Highway 99 and Carpenter Road, the property offers easy access while still providing long term upside. Whether you are searching for your next project or a value add opportunity, this is your chance to bring your vision to life.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
7,357 sq ftLot Size
$228Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kanwarbir Chima•DRE #02026413• Mountain Valley Properties
Bought with Kanwarbir Chima•DRE #02026413• Mountain Valley Properties
Est. $1,829 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 831 Elm Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Feb 18, 2026
Sold
$100,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
May 7, 1999
Sold
$55,909
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,110 (+9.2%)
$39,967 + $47,962
$87,929
2025
$1,016 (+4.5%)
$39,967 + $47,962
$87,929
2024
$972 (+1.6%)
$39,184 + $47,022
$86,206
2023
$957 (+2.5%)
$38,416 + $46,100
$84,516
2022
$933 (+6.0%)
$37,663 + $45,197
$82,860
2021
$881 (−1.5%)
$36,925 + $44,311
$81,236
2020
$895 (+2.4%)
$36,201 + $43,443
$79,644
2019
$874 (+4.7%)
$35,830 + $42,998
$78,828
2018
$834 (+2.5%)
$35,128 + $42,155
$77,283
2017
$814 (+2.1%)
$33,765 + $40,519
$74,284
2016
$797 (+1.5%)
$33,765 + $40,519
$74,284
2015
$785 (+13.6%)
$33,103 + $39,725
$72,828
2014
$691 (+7.2%)
$31,968 + $38,363
$70,331
2013
$645 (+35.0%)
$31,968 + $38,363
$70,331
2012
$477 (−7.5%)
$20,000 + $46,000
$66,000
2011
$516 (−8.6%)
$20,000 + $30,500
$50,500
2010
$564 (−12.1%)
$20,000 + $34,500
$54,500
2009
$642 (+3.8%)
$20,000 + $39,000
$59,000
2008
$618
$30,433 + $36,520
$66,953
2007
$618
$29,837 + $35,804
$65,641
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,031
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Stanislaus County
APN
029017045000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Jun 22, 2017 • Final
Water heater
Replace a water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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: Garage Facing Front
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Other Bathroom Features: Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central
Heating: Other
Interior Features
Flooring: Other
Laundry Features: Other
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Levels: One
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Living Room Features: Other
Kitchen Features: Tile Counter
Dining Room Features: Space in Kitchen
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
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
Year Built: 1,950
Lot Information
Lot Features: Low Maintenance
Lot Size Square Feet: 7,357
Lot Size Acres: 0.1689
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Electric: 3 Phase
Sewer: Public Sewer
Irrigation Source: None
Water Source: Public
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: 1815
Postal Code: 95351
County Or Parish: Stanislaus
CrossStreet: Bennet Ave
Directions: From Highway 99, take the exit for Kansas Avenue and head west. Continue on Kansas Avenue, then turn left onto Martin Luther King Drive. From there, turn right onto Elm Avenue. The property, 831 Elm Ave, will be on your left.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 831
Unparsed Address: 831 Elm Ave, Modesto, CA 95351-1815
Street Address Filtered: 831 Elm Ave
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,031
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Stanislaus County
APN: 029017045000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Kanwarbir Chima
Around this home
Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Mark Twain Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Modesto High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
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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
7/10 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
Modesto, CA • 95351
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$296,000 – $359,000
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