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$228,492$214 / 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 94How 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 $110,500 on Jan 21, 2020

281 RANDOLPH WAY

FORTUNA, CA 95540
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,068 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$228K
$216K low$241K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,500 · Jan 21, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,266 (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.$219,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$132,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$86,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$215,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
75
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.54 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.15
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(5)

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 · 0.3 mi
H
Fortuna Union High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Fortuna Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 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

281 Randolph Way 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 less than 96% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% 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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$211K$884K

This home is worth more than 4% 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$228,492
CheaperTypical $394,460Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $281Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,068 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,557 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 281 Randolph Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortuna 95540Humboldt County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,4924% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21410% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,068 ft²12% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac22% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195639% of homes45% of homes

About 281 Randolph Way

How much is 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA is $228,492 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $215,509 to $241,475. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA last sell?

281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA last sold on Jan 21, 2020 for $110,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA?

281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,068 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA built?

281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA?

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

How does 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA compare to other homes in Fortuna 95540?

Among the 4,600 homes in Fortuna 95540, it is worth more than 4% of them ($228,492 against a typical $394,460), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($214 against a typical $281), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,068 ft² against a typical 1,557 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1956 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Humboldt County, it is worth more than 9% 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 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 Randolph Way, Fortuna, CA was $2,266. The county assessed it at $219,300.

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