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Humboldt Hill

Humboldt Hill

Neighborhood in Eureka, California

Humboldt County 95503

$477,119 Average Value
$266 Average Price per Sq Ft
12 Homes For Sale

Rural, coastal living south of Eureka

Humboldt Hill is a rural community along the foggy Northern California coast, just south of Eureka. Its homes are nestled in a patchwork of pastures and forests just minutes from the blue waters of Humboldt Bay, and a few miles from Pacific beaches. “It’s a rural, suburban setting in the outskirts of Eureka. Originally, this was where a lot of the farmers, loggers and fishermen lived, but it’s slowly added homes and turned into more of a bedroom community,” says Larry Doss, broker and president of Ming Tree Realtors, a longtime area resident.

Gardens, beaches and a wildlife refuge

Humboldt Botanical Garden occupies the southern edge of the community and makes for lovely sightseeing along the Northern California coast. At 45 acres, the garden features an array of native plants, earth sculptures and walking trails where visitors are greeted by floral blooms and trees. Waterfront walkways can be found nearby at King Salmon Beach on Humboldt Bay. It may be small, but it offers scenic views near public docks and boat launches. Only a few miles south of Humboldt Hill, residents can enjoy the natural scenery at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge, a wetland habitat with hiking trails, fishing and hunting. Plus, the nearby Headwaters Forest Reserve offers trails for hiking and biking.

Jimmy Smith Boat Launch is just a few miles west of Humboldt Hill.
Jimmy Smith Boat Launch is just a few miles west of Humboldt Hill.
Humboldt Botanical Gardens is an outdoor preserve with trails in Humboldt Hill.
Humboldt Botanical Gardens is an outdoor preserve with trails in Humboldt Hill.
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Upper-end homes in the exurbs

Humboldt Hill offers an array of homes in a rural, coastal setting. “There’s a mix of starter homes and upper-end properties. There are some nice, modern neighborhoods, and you’ve also got homes on small country roads,” Doss says. Ranch-style and Modern Traditional are the most common designs in the area. Many houses date back to the 1970s and 80s and have been well-maintained and upgraded with modern amenities. The streets are calm and safe, with very little traffic. Lot sizes can range from around 7,000 square feet to upwards of 2 acres, meaning residents have plenty of privacy and space. Prices range anywhere from $400,000 to $900,000 depending on size, age and acreage.

This split level modern traditional home is just one style found in Humboldt Hill.
This split level modern traditional home is just one style found in Humboldt Hill.
This ranch-style home has shingle siding with stone accents in Humboldt Hill.
This ranch-style home has shingle siding with stone accents in Humboldt Hill.
Older ranch-style homes have been the normal vibe for many years in Humboldt Hill.
Older ranch-style homes have been the normal vibe for many years in Humboldt Hill.
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Taqueria Tecoman and Country Club Market

The décor at Taqueria Tecoman is as flavorful as the cuisine. This neighborhood taqueria is known for the mural on its outside wall depicting a lively Mexican street scene, and the vibrant signage above its front door. The restaurant serves south-of-the-border classics like tacos, burritos and agua fresca. Just up the street is Country Club Market, a family market and deli with a small selection of snacks and produce. For everything else, it’s about 3 miles to Eureka, where locals can shop at Walmart, Target, North Coast Co-op and Costco or dine out at a variety of eateries in the city’s Old Town district.

Taqueria Tecoman is the only Mexican restaurant serving large plates of nachos in Humboldt Hill.
Taqueria Tecoman is the only Mexican restaurant serving large plates of nachos in Humboldt Hill.
You can head over to Murphy’s Market to grab quick grocery items in Humboldt Hill.
You can head over to Murphy’s Market to grab quick grocery items in Humboldt Hill.
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Public schools and a community college

Students in Humboldt Hill can attend Pine Hill Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through third grade and earns a C-plus rating from Niche. They can then move on to South Bay Elementary School, which serves fourth through sixth grade and earns a C-minus rating. Winship Middle School, rated C, is where seventh and eighth graders attend school before moving onto B-minus-rated Eureka High School. The high school opened a brand-new campus gym in 2023 with new athletic courts, a fitness center and bleachers that can seat up to 1,200 people. Humboldt Hill is a few miles north of the College of the Redwoods, a community college.

Pine Hill Elementary is a highly rated school in the area.
Pine Hill Elementary is a highly rated school in the area.
South Bay Elementary School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students.
South Bay Elementary School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students.
Student success is the top priority at Winship Middle School.
Student success is the top priority at Winship Middle School.
Eureka High School offers a wide range of athletic programs.
Eureka High School offers a wide range of athletic programs.
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Pacific Coast Highway

State Route 101, also known as the Pacific Coast Highway, skirts along the western edge of Humbold Hill, making it ideal for commuters. The highway connects with Eureka and Arcata to the north and Fortuna to the south. There are a couple of bus stops in the neighborhood for those who prefer public transit. The California Redwood Coast-Humbolt County Airport is about 20 miles north of the neighborhood.

Redwood Transit System has bus lines running all days of the week in Humboldt Hill.
Redwood Transit System has bus lines running all days of the week in Humboldt Hill.
Humboldt Hill is just off highway 101 before downtown Eureka.
Humboldt Hill is just off highway 101 before downtown Eureka.
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Foggy, chilly weather

The weather along the Humboldt County coastline is foggy, chilly and typically experiences more rainfall than central and southern California. Temperatures usually range from 40 degrees to 65 degrees all year-round. Fog rolls in from the ocean in the morning and burns off by late morning or early afternoon.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County

39 min drive

Bus

Fields Landing Offramp

Bus

Humboldt Hill Rd - Spruce Point

Bus

King Salmon Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Humboldt Hill US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$380,500
Median Single Family Price
$435,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$266
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Months of Supply
4.50
Median List Price
$454,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
630
Median Year Built
1999
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,650
Below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,428
Median Age
43
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,445
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,238

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.5%
College Graduates
22.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%

Area Factors

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Humboldt Hill
Larry Doss
Ming Tree, Inc.
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