5281 Moddison Ave
Sacramento 95819 · River Park · City of Sacramento · Coordinates: 38.57653, -121.43408
Executive Verdict · Public-Records Synthesis
Zoned R-2 in City of Sacramento with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and zero mapped flood, fire, or fault hazard overlaps; benchmark value $733,000 ($645,000–$821,000).
Upsides & Opportunities
- ✓ Ministerial ADU / JADU pathway likely eligible
Zone R-2 allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law (5 ADU permits permitted within ¼ mile in 36 months).
Source: City of Sacramento zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
- ✓ Documented permitted upgrades (+$6,548 contributory est.)
Public building records show issued construction/renovation work on this parcel (5 total permits, latest Aug 16, 2022).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (parcel APN)
- ✓ Above-average reinvestment in River Park
88 substantial renovation & housing permits over 24 months (58.3 per 1,000 parcels vs. 30.4 citywide baseline) (#14 of 102 neighborhoods).
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) (River Park)
Watchouts & Due Diligence
- ! Mapped flood awareness zone (Zone X: reduced flood risk due to levee)
all of the lot of the parcel intersects Zone X: reduced flood risk due to levee. Outside mandatory federal SFHA insurance rules, but check local drainage and finished-floor requirements.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
- ! 6 slow or stalled nearby projects within ½ mile
Closest lead: 5617 Elvas Avenue Mixed Use (0.46 mi S, entitled). Inspect timeline history before assuming near-term completion.
Source: City of Sacramento CDD, Issued Building Permits (Current Year) · HCD APR (½-mile radius)
- ! Year 1 Prop 13 tax reset (~$8,806/yr at $733,000)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.14% voter debt (~$734/mo). Confirm exact Mello-Roos / CFD special assessments on the county tax bill.
Source: CA Const. Art. XIIIA (Prop 13) · County Tax Collector
Parcel & Assessor
- Lot size:
- 5,620 sq ft (0.13 ac)
- Assessor use:
- Residential · Single Family · Subdivision
- Tax rate area:
- 03008
- Addresses on lot:
- 5281 MODDISON AVE
Zoning & Land Use
R-2 — Duplex Dwelling Zone (R)
2040 General Plan: Neighborhood (FAR up to 2)
State Housing Pathways Screen (ADU & SB 9)
- ADU or junior ADULikely eligible
Zoned R-2 (two-family residential): state law allows ADUs where homes are allowed.
- SB 9: two homes on the lotCan't tell
Zoned R-2 (two-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Duplex Dwelling Zone.
- SB 9: split into two lotsCan't tell
Zoned R-2 (two-family residential): we can't tell whether it counts as a single-family zone for SB 9. Duplex Dwelling Zone.
Mapped Hazard Zones on This Lot
- CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Not in a State-mapped fire hazard severity zone
- FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
- Zone X: reduced flood risk due to levee (all of the lot) · FIRM panel 06067C0183H, effective August 16, 2012
- CGS Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
- Not in an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone
Surrounding Rent & Value Benchmarks (Public Records)
Range: $645,000 – $821,000 · Status: Off market
HUD Small Area FMR (ZIP 95819) · FY 2026
Studio $2,050 · 1BR $2,150 · 2BR $2,640 · 3BR $3,510 · 4BR $4,050
Developments Deserving Closer Investigation & Active Area Builders
- 5617 Elvas Avenue Mixed Use (Entitled)0.46 mi S
In "Entitled" for 3.5 yr (since Jun 1, 2023), exceeding the 210d median and 627d 90th percentile for new multifamily / condos / mixed-use permits in City of Sacramento (n=199). High-impact scale (30 housing units across 0 permits).
- New home at 5208 Sutter Park Way (Issued)0.32 mi SW
Active in "Issued" for 4.5 yr (first record May 3, 2022) with no new permit activity recorded in 19 mo. High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $1,200,000 declared valuation across 2 permits).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 5422 Spilman Ave (Entitled)0.28 mi E
In "Entitled" for 2 yr (since Nov 18, 2024), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
- Accessory dwelling unit at 5188 Moddison Ave (Entitled)0.28 mi NW
In "Entitled" for 4.1 yr (since Oct 20, 2022), exceeding the 45d median and 184d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in City of Sacramento (n=3,657).
Entity-resolved builders & contractors in ½ mile: Americas Vinyl Exteriors (1 on parcel, 3 in ½ mi · Remodel / interior alteration); Bonney Plumbing (1 on parcel, 2 in ½ mi · Plumbing / water heater / sewer); Roseville Roofing (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Roof replacement); Rush Mechanical (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · HVAC / heat pump); Cherry Home Improvement (1 on parcel, 1 in ½ mi · Windows / doors / siding).
Permit & Project History on This Parcel (5 permits, 0 grouped projects)
| Record # | Category | Status | Applied / Issued | Valuation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RES-2217140 | Remodel / interior alteration | Finaled | Iss. Aug 16, 2022 | $14,173 | 5281 Moddison Ave (Bathroom Remodel). Hall bath and half bath remodel: Hall Bath : R/R like for like tub, shower surro… |
| RES-1703648 | Plumbing / water heater / sewer | Finaled | Iss. Mar 10, 2017 | $2,492 | Change-out installation of Gas - 030 gallon to Gas - 030 gallon, located inside building, screening not required. |
| RES-1702566 | Roof replacement | Finaled | Iss. Feb 22, 2017 | $13,000 | Tear Off - Yes, Resheet - Yes, 3 layer(s), 23 squares of 30yr Laminated Dimensional Composition. In-progress inspection … |
| RES-1617578 | HVAC / heat pump | Finaled | Iss. Nov 1, 2016 | $9,200 | Change-out w/new ducts Split System to Split System. The existing unit shall be removed. The new unit shall be placed in… |