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$515,449$239 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $365,000 on May 4, 2005

1853 EEL RIVER DR

FORTUNA, CA 95540
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,156 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$515K
$458K low$573K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$365,000 · May 4, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,640 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$440,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$155,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$285,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.178 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHUMBOLDT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.68
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Linell K. Walker Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.7 mi
H
Fortuna Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Fortuna Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Fortuna Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95540These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.753

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,122
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.343 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,927
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,739
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

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How this home compares

1853 Eel River Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Humboldt County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Humboldt County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Older than 92% of homes in Fortuna 95540

What homes are worth in Fortuna 95540

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$206K$861K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Fortuna 95540.

How it measures up in Fortuna 95540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fortuna 95540.

Estimated value$515,449
CheaperTypical $395,353Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,156 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.68 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 1853 Eel River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortuna 95540Humboldt County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,44980% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23926% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,156 ft²82% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.68 ac80% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than19208% of homes12% of homes

About 1853 Eel River Dr

How much is 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA is $515,449 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $457,869 to $573,029. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA last sell?

1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA last sold on May 4, 2005 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA?

1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,156 square feet of living space and a 0.68-acre lot.

When was 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA built?

1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA?

1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA is assigned to Linell K. Walker Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Fortuna Union High School (high), rated C-; Fortuna Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Fortuna Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA compare to other homes in Fortuna 95540?

Among the 4,602 homes in Fortuna 95540, it is worth more than 80% of them ($515,449 against a typical $395,353), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($239 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,156 ft² against a typical 1,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.68 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1920 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Humboldt County, it is worth more than 76% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1853 Eel River Dr, Fortuna, CA was $4,640. The county assessed it at $440,000.

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