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$682,398$278 / 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 93How 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 $600,000 on Jun 17, 2008

856 BAER CT

FORTUNA, CA 95540
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,456 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$682K
$634K low$731K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$600,000 · Jun 17, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,728 (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.$625,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$170,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$455,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$625,000

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Fortuna Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Fortuna Union High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Linell K. Walker Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.6 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

856 Baer Ct 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 93% of homes in Fortuna 95540
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Humboldt County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Humboldt County

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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$210K$846K

This home is worth more than 93% 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$682,398
CheaperTypical $394,615Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area2,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 856 Baer Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortuna 95540Humboldt County
Estimated valuepricier than$682,39893% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27851% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than2,456 ft²89% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac62% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than200183% of homes87% of homes

About 856 Baer Ct

How much is 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA is $682,398 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $633,923 to $730,873. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA last sell?

856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA last sold on Jun 17, 2008 for $600,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA?

856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,456 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA built?

856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA?

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

How does 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA compare to other homes in Fortuna 95540?

Among the 4,602 homes in Fortuna 95540, it is worth more than 93% of them ($682,398 against a typical $394,615), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($278 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,456 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2001 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Humboldt County, it is worth more than 91% 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 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 Baer Ct, Fortuna, CA was $6,728. The county assessed it at $625,000.

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