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.
For sale
Price cut: $6K (8/27)
$199,000
51 Main St, Petrolia, CA 95558
1beds
1baths
564sqft
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
- 63 days
- 1,165
- 47
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Desiree Avila desireeavila08@gmail.com,
EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc
Source: HBMLS,MLS#: 272746
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Price change | $199,000-2.9%$353/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $205,000+5.1%$363/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Listing removed | $195,000$346/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Price change | $195,000-4.9%$346/sqft |
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| 5/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $205,000-17.7%$363/sqft |
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| 3/24/2022 | Sold | $249,000$441/sqft |
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| 1/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $249,000+116.5%$441/sqft |
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| 9/24/2015 | Sold | $115,000+155.6%$204/sqft |
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| 10/5/2001 | Sold | $45,000$80/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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