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$331,754$312 / 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 98How 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 $290,000 on Oct 25, 2022

686 FIFTH ST

SCOTIA, CA 95565
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,064 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.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$332K
$325K low$339K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$290,000 · Oct 25, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,144 (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.$301,716 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,656
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$301,716

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
35
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.
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.minimal

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)

Transaction History(1)

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
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Fortuna Union High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.5 mi

District: Fortuna Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95565These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.362

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.901
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,872
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,454
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

686 Fifth 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.

  • Worth less than 68% of homes in Humboldt County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Scotia 95565
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Humboldt County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Humboldt County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Humboldt County

What homes are worth in Scotia 95565

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

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$82K$432K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Scotia 95565.

How it measures up in Scotia 95565

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scotia 95565.

Estimated value$331,754
CheaperTypical $313,432Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,064 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1908Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 686 Fifth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScotia 95565Humboldt County
Estimated valuepricier than$331,75465% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31289% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,064 ft²29% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac41% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than190874% of homes7% of homes

About 686 Fifth St

How much is 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA is $331,754 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $324,695 to $338,813. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA last sell?

686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA last sold on Oct 25, 2022 for $290,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA?

686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,064 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA built?

686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA?

686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA is assigned to Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Fortuna Union High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Fortuna Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA compare to other homes in Scotia 95565?

Among the 256 homes in Scotia 95565, it is worth more than 65% of them ($331,754 against a typical $313,432), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($312 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,064 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1908 against a typical 1908). Measured against all of Humboldt County, it is worth more than 32% 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 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 Fifth St, Scotia, CA was $3,144. The county assessed it at $301,716.

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