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1740 Claus Rd, Modesto, CA 95355 Property Records

Stanislaus County property record for 1740 Claus Rd, Modesto, CA 95355 · Last verified August 2026

Property Highlights

Property TypeVacant Land > Residential
Bedrooms3 Beds
Bathrooms2 Baths
Year BuiltBuilt 1950
Square Footage2,081 sqft Gross Area
Lot Size2,226,787 sqft (51.1 acres)
Garage480 sqft
Last Sale$6,390,000 (2024)
Tax Bill$72,023.00 (2025)

Property Details

APN / Parcel Number

Primary APN014-026-017-000
Alternative APNs
  • 0142617000
  • 0142617

Interior

Bedrooms3 Beds
Full Baths2 Baths
Building Area2,081 sqft Gross Area
1st Floor2,081 sqft 1st Floor
Stories1 Stories
FireplaceFireplace
Fireplaces1 Fireplaces

Exterior

Year BuiltBuilt 1950
Effective Year BuiltEffective 1950
Construction TypeMasonry/Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs) Construction
Lot Area2,226,787 sqft (51.1 acres)
Lot Width1,323 ft Width
Parking Spaces2 Parking Spaces
Garage Area480 sqft Garage

Utilities and HVAC

Cooling SystemCentral Cooling
Heating SystemCentral Heating

Location & Zoning

Street Address1740 CLAUS RD
CityMODESTO
StateCA
Zip95355-9568
Property UsageResidential Property Usage
TypeVacant Land > Residential
Legal DescriptionBOAT #6529RL
Legal SubdivisionCROSSINGS PHASE I
Legal Block2
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Minor Civil DivisionWATERFORD
Census Blockgroup2
Census Block2000
Census Tract2803

Owner

Source: Stanislaus County records · APN 014-026-017-000

Assessment roll updated October 8, 2025 · Last verified August 2026

Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.

Owner of RecordIndividual Name on File
Mailing Address4244 E MERLE AVE, MODESTO, CA 95355-5012
Owner TypeOwner is an Individual, Couple or Unincorporated Entity
VestingSole Owner

Deeds, Mortgages & Sale History

DateDocument
Jul 22, 2026Grant Deed, Transfer
FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
Jun 15, 2026Grant Deed, Transfer
FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
May 15, 2026Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage
DHI MORTGAGE COMPANY LP
Jan 07, 2025Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer
FIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY
May 07, 2024Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer
FIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY
May 07, 2024Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer
FIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY
May 07, 2024Grant Deed, Transfer
FIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY
Mar 07, 2024Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer
Mar 07, 2024Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer
Aug 12, 2022Agreement of Sale, Transfer
FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
Jul 06, 2018Grant Deed, Transfer · Commercial Mortgage
OAK VALLAY COMMUNITY BANK

Assessor's Deed Record

Deed NamesVerified Name on Deed
Last SaleMay 07, 2024 · Amount on Record
Deed SaleMay 07, 2024 · Amount on Record
Deed Doc Number202420750
Prior Transfer DateMay 02, 2024
Prior Transfer Doc0000020749
Record RefreshedSep 20, 2026

July 2026: Grant Deed, Transfer

Document TypeGrant Deed
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateJul 22, 2026
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000040307
Instrument DateJul 17, 2026
Instrument202640307
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedAug 03, 2026
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyFull Amount Stated
Additional
  • Arms Length Transaction

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipSole Owner

June 2026: Grant Deed, Transfer

Document TypeGrant Deed
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateJun 15, 2026
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000032974
Instrument DateMay 29, 2026
Instrument202632974
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJul 12, 2026
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyFull Amount Stated
Additional
  • Arms Length Transaction

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipSole Owner

May 2026: Deed of Trust, Mortgage

Document TypeDeed of Trust
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateMay 15, 2026
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000027658
Instrument DateMay 13, 2026
Instrument202627658
Transaction TypeMortgage
Record UpdatedJul 12, 2026
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address1080 FLURRY DR, LIVERMORE, CA 94550-2541

Mortgage

Document Number0000027658,
DateMay 15, 2026
Instrument202627658
Lender
NameDHI MORTGAGE COMPANY LP
Agreement
TypeConventional Mortgage
AmountAmount Recorded
Term360 Months
DueJun 01, 2056
Interest
Rate TypeFixed Rate
Rate6.3%
Initial TypeFixed Rate
Max Rate-1%

January 2025: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateJan 07, 2025
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000000495
Instrument DateJan 06, 2025
Instrument2025-0000495
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJun 25, 2026
Title CompanyFIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Interfamily Transfer
  • Multiple parcels conveyed, unknown impact to APN

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address3000 EXECUTIVE PKWY STE 100, 100, SAN RAMON, CA 94583-4356
InvestorPossibly a Property Investor

May 2024: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateMay 07, 2024
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000020748
Instrument DateMay 02, 2024
Instrument2024-0020748
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJun 25, 2026
Title CompanyFIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Interfamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address22950 E RIVER RD, ESCALON, CA 95320-8735

May 2024: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateMay 07, 2024
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000020749
Instrument DateMay 02, 2024
Instrument2024-0020749
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJun 25, 2026
Title CompanyFIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Interfamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address22713 E RIVER RD, ESCALON, CA 95320-8705

May 2024: Grant Deed, Transfer

Document TypeGrant Deed
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateMay 07, 2024
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000020750
Instrument DateMay 02, 2024
Instrument2024-0020750
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJun 25, 2026
Title CompanyFIRSTAMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

Transaction

AmountAmount Recorded
Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyRounded Values by County
Additional
  • Arms Length Transaction

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address3000 EXECUTIVE PKWY STE 100, 100, SAN RAMON, CA 94583-4356
InvestorPossibly a Property Investor

March 2024: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateMar 07, 2024
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000010706
Instrument DateNov 06, 2023
Instrument2024-0010706
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJun 25, 2026

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Interfamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipTenants In Common
Address22713 E RIVER RD, ESCALON, CA 95320-8705

March 2024: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateMar 07, 2024
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000010706
Instrument DateNov 06, 2023
Instrument2024-0010706
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedApr 04, 2024

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Interfamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipTenants In Common
Address22713 E RIVER RD, ESCALON, CA 95320-8705

August 2022: Agreement of Sale, Transfer

Document TypeAgreement of Sale
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateAug 12, 2022
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000055213
Instrument DateAug 05, 2022
Instrument2022-0055213
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJun 25, 2026
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyZero or No Consideration Stated
Additional
  • Arms Length Transaction

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
InvestorPossibly a Property Investor

July 2018: Grant Deed, Transfer

Document TypeGrant Deed
JurisdictionSTANISLAUS CA
Recording DateJul 06, 2018
Property Address1740 CLAUS RD, MODESTO, CA 95355-9568
Document Number0000046414
Instrument DateJun 26, 2018
Instrument2018-0046414
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedAug 17, 2021
Title CompanyCHICAGO TITLE CO

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Arms Length Transaction

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name
Address00000

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipIrrevocable Trust
Address00000

Mortgage

Document Number0000046415
DateJul 06, 2018
Instrument2018-0046415
Lender
NameOAK VALLAY COMMUNITY BANK
TypeNon-Lending Institution
Agreement
TypeCommercial Mortgage
AmountAmount Recorded

Tax Assessment & Valuation

Source: Stanislaus County records · Assessment roll updated October 8, 2025 · Last verified August 2026

Property Jurisdictions

TypeName
StateCalifornia
CountyStanislaus County
MunicipalityModesto City
Secondary School DistrictModesto City High School District (09 - 12)
Elementary School DistrictSylvan Union Elementary School District (KG - 08)

Tax Bill & Assessment History

Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.

YearTax BillAssessed Value
2025$72,023.00 (+193.47%)$6,517,800 (+194.11%) Land $6,517,800
2023$24,542.00 (+18.65%)$2,216,080 Land $1,787,360 Building $428,720
2022$20,684.00

Flood & Wildfire

1740 Claus Rd is in FEMA Zone X, outside the Special Flood Hazard Area, with no wildfire exposure.

Flood

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · Stanislaus County (06099C), updated October 23, 2022

FEMA Flood ZoneZone X
minimal flood hazard · outside the 0.2% annual chance floodplain
Special Flood Hazard AreaNo

Wildfire

Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities · 2nd edition (2024), fuels as of 2020

Wildfire Risk to HomesNot rated
no burnable land in reach
Wildfire LikelihoodNegligible
ExposureNone
beyond ember reach of burnable land

Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.

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