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$1,264,493$240 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $280,000 on Sep 28, 1990

280 E 12TH ST

ARCATA, CA 95521
4
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
5,269 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.
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Sep 28, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,938 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$505,018 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$126,244
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$378,774
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$505,018

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.0.42
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Arcata High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Sunny Brae Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Arcata Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi

District: Northern Humboldt Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95521These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.641

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,920
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.271 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,337
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,702
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.76 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

280 E 12th St 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in East Arcata / Bay View
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in East Arcata / Bay View
  • Among the largest homes in East Arcata / Bay View
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in East Arcata / Bay View

What homes are worth in Arcata 95521

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

This home
$243K$961K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Arcata 95521.

How it measures up in Arcata 95521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arcata 95521.

Estimated value$1,264,493
CheaperTypical $467,947Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $351Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area5,269 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,406 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 280 E 12th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Arcata / Bay ViewArcata 95521Humboldt County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,264,493almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$240almost no homes2% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than5,269 ft²almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac89% of homes74% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than195463% of homes38% of homes39% of homes

About 280 E 12th St

How much is 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA is $1,264,493 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,052,129 to $1,476,857. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA last sell?

280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA last sold on Sep 28, 1990 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA?

280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5,269 square feet of living space and a 0.42-acre lot.

When was 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA built?

280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA?

280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA is assigned to Arcata High School (high), rated A+; Sunny Brae Middle School (middle), rated B; Arcata Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Northern Humboldt Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA compare to other homes in Arcata 95521?

Among the 5,321 homes in Arcata 95521, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,264,493 against a typical $467,947), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($240 against a typical $351), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,269 ft² against a typical 1,406 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1954 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Humboldt County, it is worth more than almost all 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 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 280 E 12th St, Arcata, CA was $5,938. The county assessed it at $505,018.

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