Set on a flat, highly usable 1.26-acre parcel, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Arcata home offers a rare combination of space and location. Just minutes from the Arcata Community Forest, and Cal Poly Humboldt, the property features peek-a-boo views of Humboldt Bay, granite tile countertops, a fireplace in the living room, and a west-facing deck to enjoy the pastoral views and afternoon sun. Outside you'll find mature landscaping with flowering cherry trees, rhododendrons, and a seasonal creek, along with a 720 sq. ft. detached artist's studio/workshop offering flexible space for hobbies, a home office, or storage. The property also provides plenty of room for RV parking.
Pending
$795,000
2361 Buttermilk Ln, Arcata, CA 95521
4beds
2baths
1,560sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
1.26 Acres Lot
$747,600 Zestimate®
$510/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Seasonal creekGranite tile countertops
- 19 days |
- 1,160 |
- 91 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tasha Babich 7078451648,
RE/MAX Humboldt Realty
Source: HBMLS,MLS#: 273046
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2.5
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas, Range Hood, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Tile Counters, Dining Nook
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,560
- Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Split Level
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Other
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 1.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 399 x 271 x 373 appro x
- Features: Flat, Open Lot, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 500131018000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Arcata
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $510/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $516,301
- Annual tax amount: $5,648
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$747,600
$710,000 - $785,000
$3,069/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Pending sale | $795,000$510/sqft |
Source:  HBMLS #273046 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+104.1%$510/sqft |
Source: HBMLS #273046 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2011 | Sold | $389,500$250/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,648 +3% | $516,301 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,485 +0.5% | $506,178 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,460 +0.1% | $496,254 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,456 +4.6% | $486,524 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,214 0% | $476,985 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,216 +3.5% | $472,095 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,037 +2.5% | $462,839 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,913 +1.7% | $453,765 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,832 +4.8% | $444,869 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,609 +3.7% | $436,147 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,446 | $429,597 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,446 | $421,183 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $411,060 +123.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $183,606 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $182,235 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $182,669 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $179,088 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $175,578 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $172,136 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $168,762 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $165,453 +25.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $132,029 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $129,441 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $126,904 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $124,416 |
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Neighborhood: 95521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Jacoby Creek Charter SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Arcata High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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