Welcome home to this bright, south and west facing 3 bedroom, 2 bath Arcata retreat, thoughtfully updated for comfortable everyday living. Sunlight pours through quality Marvin windows, highlighting the warm, modern feel of the white cork flooring and inviting interior spaces. The home features a walk-in closet, updated electrical, and an on demand water heater for added efficiency and convenience. Step outside to a spacious newer deck designed to capture the sun and create the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. The low maintenance yard is complemented by a sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, and outdoor climbing structure, offering a unique blend of wellness and recreation. A large insulated garage with a wood stove provides space for hobbies, storage, or a workshop! Don't miss it!
Pending
$690,000
48 California Ave, Arcata, CA 95521
3beds
2baths
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$689,300 Zestimate®
$411/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Low maintenance yardOutdoor climbing structureUpdated electricalInviting interior spacesWhite cork flooringCold plungeHot tub
- 69 days |
- 114 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christy Mast 707-601-9328,
Hyperion Humboldt Realty Inc
Source: HBMLS,MLS#: 272549
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood Stove
Appliances
- Included: Range Hood, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Other, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Sauna, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Flat, Open Lot, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 503441034000
- Zoning: No
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Arcata
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $411/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $571,522
- Annual tax amount: $6,445
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$689,300
$655,000 - $724,000
$2,727/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Pending sale | $690,000$411/sqft |
Source:  HBMLS #272549 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $690,000+30.7%$411/sqft |
Source: HBMLS #272549 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2021 | Sold | $528,000+17.6%$314/sqft |
Source: HBMLS #257993 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2019 | Listing removed | $2,700$2/sqft |
Source: Hooven Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,700$2/sqft |
Source: Hooven Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2015 | Listing removed | $448,888+4.7%$267/sqft |
Source: Forbes & Associates #243260 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Sold | $428,888-4.9%$255/sqft |
Source: HBMLS #243260 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2015 | Listed for sale | $450,888+6.1%$268/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2004 | Sold | $425,000$253/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,445 +1.3% | $571,522 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,365 +2.2% | $560,317 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,229 -1.9% | $549,331 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,349 +17.5% | $538,560 +14.8% |
| 2021 | $5,402 +0.1% | $469,049 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,396 +3.4% | $464,240 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,220 +2.4% | $455,138 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,099 +1.9% | $446,214 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,001 +3% | $437,465 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,853 +29.6% | $428,888 +32% |
| 2015 | $3,745 | $325,000 |
| 2014 | $3,745 | $325,000 -32.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $481,075 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $471,643 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $468,120 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $469,233 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $460,033 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $451,013 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $442,170 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $433,500 +393.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $87,878 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $86,268 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,577 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $82,920 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $81,295 |
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Neighborhood: 95521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Arcata Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Sunny Brae Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Arcata High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Arcata
- High: Arcata
Source: HBMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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