Condos for Sale in Eureka, CA

Referred to as the “Victorian Seaport,” Eureka is a tiny coastal city in Humboldt County, known for its 19th-century architecture and location behind the so-called “Redwood Curtain.” The curtain, an isolated region of dense forestland, covers the city, which was incorporated in 1856 after settlers came looking for gold. With its access to massive Sequoias and Redwoods, Eureka became a top producer in the logging industry, and tons of intricate Victorian homes. Today, leading industries include education, with Cal Poly Humboldt University nearby, and cannabis as more business owners coming to the area. “I think the people that live here really embrace not trying to be perfect,” says Miguel Guerrero, communications coordinator for the city of Eureka. "You come here to experience nature, and people are comfy in whatever hiking clothes they have.” Besides the outdoor activities, people are drawn here for the relatively affordable lifestyle and stay for the strong communal vibe. “It feels like you don’t have to make plans with friends, you just bump into them anyways walking around town,” Guerrero says. Eureka is made up of a handful of small communities. In 2024, the city started the