Welcome to 1203 Encina Avenue in Modesto, a charming La Loma gem tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street. This 1,318 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath home sits on a spacious corner lot - full of potential perfect for first-time homebuyers, investors, or those looking to downsize. The home features hardwood floors throughout most of the interior and classic architectural details including coved ceilings, arched doorways, wood shutters, ceiling insets, solid plaster walls and new interior paint. The kitchen provides an excellent opportunity to update and customize to your taste. The backyard includes a partially enclosed outdoor area ideal for entertaining or creating your own private retreat. Mature fruit trees--orange, lemon, and cherry plumb add charm and natural beauty to the outdoor setting. An oversized driveway offers possible RV access or additional parking. With its generous lot size, classic character, and desirable La Loma location, this home is a rare opportunity. Close to schools and shopping. Don't miss the opportunity to make this special property your own.
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$430,000
1203 Encina Ave, Modesto, CA 95354
3beds
1,318sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,821 Square Feet Lot
$428,400 Zestimate®
$326/sqft
$2,404 Estimated rent
Home value
$428,400
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Quiet tree-lined streetNew interior paintGenerous lot sizeArched doorwaysClassic architectural detailsCoved ceilingsCeiling insets
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Listed by:
Ramona Ochoa DRE #01881716 209-595-7132,
PMZ Real Estate
Bought with:
Ninon Lapan-Dalman, DRE #01337693
Weeks Real Estate
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 225152883Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Possible Guest, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet, Outside Access
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Features: Formal Room
Kitchen
- Features: Other Counter
Heating
- Pellet Stove, Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Plumbed, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Inside
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Pellet Stove
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,318 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Private, RV Possible, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Guest, Mechanical Lift, Driveway, Gated, Gentle Down Driveway/Sidewalks
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Dog Run, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood,Fenced,Masonry,Gated Driveway/Sidewalks
Lot
- Size: 6,821 Square Feet
- Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Corner Lot, Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Shape Regular, Street Lights, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Additional structures: Kennel/Dog Run
- Parcel number: 108004029000
- Zoning description: R1
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame,Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood, Other
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition,Other
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Public, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Other
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Modesto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $326/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $306,516
- Date on market: 2/18/2026
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/17/2026 | Sold | $430,000+0%$326/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Pending sale | $429,900$326/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $429,900+107.2%$326/sqft |
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| 10/30/2002 | Sold | $207,500+55%$157/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #132214822 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/1999 | Sold | $133,909+31.9%$102/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/1995 | Sold | $101,500$77/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $306,516 +2% |
| 2025 | $3,432 +4.7% | $300,507 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,277 +1.5% | $294,616 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,227 +2.5% | $288,840 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,147 +6.4% | $283,178 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,959 -1.9% | $277,626 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,016 +2.4% | $274,780 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,945 +5.1% | $269,394 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,802 +2.5% | $264,113 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,734 +21.7% | $258,935 +21% |
| 2016 | $2,247 +35% | $214,000 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $1,665 | $191,500 +20.1% |
| 2014 | $1,665 | $159,500 +28.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $124,000 -6.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $132,000 +37.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $96,000 -58% |
| 2008 | -- | $228,793 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $224,308 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $219,911 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $215,600 +2% |
| 2004 | $2,182 +1% | $211,373 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $2,162 | $207,500 +45.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $142,202 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,431 -0.5% | $139,414 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,438 | $136,680 |
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Neighborhood: 95354
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10La Loma Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Peter Johansen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
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