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  • Price cut: $6K (8/27)
    $199,000

    51 Main St, Petrolia, CA 95558

    1beds
    1baths
    564sqft
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    $1,308/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $191,800 Zestimate®
    $353/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy cottageSunny backyardOne bedroomInterior trimUpdated vinyl flooringStorage outbuildingsMetal roof
    Experience the charm of life on California's Lost Coast at 51 Main Street in the heart of Petrolia. Just a short walk from the Mattole River, this cozy cottage offers an opportunity to enjoy the relaxed pace and natural beauty that make Petrolia so special. Built in 1950, the home features one bedroom, one remodeled bathroom, a bonus room, and recent improvements including updated vinyl flooring, select newer windows, interior trim, and bathroom updates. Additional features include a metal roof, 200-amp electrical service, well water with inline filtration, kerosene heat, and a septic system serviced in February 2026. Outside, the sunny backyard includes a greenhouse, storage outbuildings, and a finished detached shed offering flexible space for hobbies, a studio, or additional stora Full of character and potential, this home offers a great opportunity for buyers looking to build equity while enjoying one of Humboldt County's most unique communities. Whether you're searching for your first home, a weekend retreat, or an investment, this property is ready for its next chapter.
    63 days
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    Listed by:

    Desiree Avila desireeavila08@gmail.com,

    EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc

    Source: HBMLS,MLS#: 272746MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Other
      Appliances
      • Included: Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 564
      • Total interior livable area: 564 sqft
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      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Exterior features: Garden
      • Fencing: Partial
      Lot
      • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
      • Features: Flat
      Details
      • Additional structures: Greenhouse
      • Parcel number: 105091040

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1950

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Petrolia

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $353/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $224,400
      • Date on market: 6/30/2026
      • Road surface type: Gravel, Shared

        Estimated market value

        $191,800

        $182,000 - $201,000

        $1,302/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/27/2026Price change$199,000-2.9%$353/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #272746 Report a problem
        6/30/2026Listed for sale$205,000+5.1%$363/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #272746 Report a problem
        12/10/2025Listing removed$195,000$346/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #269434 Report a problem
        8/26/2025Price change$195,000-4.9%$346/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #269434 Report a problem
        5/4/2025Listed for sale$205,000-17.7%$363/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #269434 Report a problem
        3/24/2022Sold$249,000$441/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #260823 Report a problem
        1/11/2022Listed for sale$249,000+116.5%$441/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #260823 Report a problem
        9/24/2015Sold$115,000+155.6%$204/sqft
        Source: HBMLS #242936 Report a problem
        10/5/2001Sold$45,000$80/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $224,400 -15.1%
        2025$2,827 +6.5%$264,239 +2%
        2024$2,655 +2.5%$259,059 +2%
        2023$2,591 +91.4%$253,980 +98%
        2022$1,353 +2.5%$128,280 +2%
        2021$1,321 +1%$125,766 +1%
        2020$1,307 +1.3%$124,478 +2%
        2019$1,290 +8.9%$122,038 +2%
        2018$1,185 $119,646 +2%
        2017-- $117,300 +2%
        2016-- $115,000 +67.6%
        2015-- $68,634 +2%
        2014-- $67,291
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 95558

        Getting around

        13 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        27 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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