Residential - Vacant LandResidential
Last sold for $235,000 on Oct 19, 2021
978 A ST
ARCATA, CA 95521
0
Baths
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Oct 19, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,781 (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.$249,383 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$249,383
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,494
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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyHUMBOLDT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
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.
HME
Arcata High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
Sunny Brae Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
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
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How it measures up in Arcata 95521
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arcata 95521.
Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger
Bigger than 45% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | East Arcata / Bay View | Arcata 95521 | Humboldt County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.18 ac | 43% of homes | 45% of homes | 38% of homes |
About 978 A St
When did 978 A St, Arcata, CA last sell?
978 A St, Arcata, CA last sold on Oct 19, 2021 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
What schools serve 978 A St, Arcata, CA?
978 A 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.
What are the property taxes on 978 A St, Arcata, CA?
The 2024 property tax bill for 978 A St, Arcata, CA was $2,781. The county assessed it at $249,383.
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