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ARCATA, CA 95521

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Humboldt County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇩ 18.2% vs 22 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$554,500
⇩ 15.7% vs $657,600 last year
Average Price
$612,272
⇩ 19.4% vs $759,894 last year
Days on Market
110
⇩ 16% vs 131 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,712  ·  Density: 138.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,764

Typical home value: $427,742  ·  Homeownership: 37.1%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The ARCATA, CA real estate market (95521) currently shows 18 active listings. Homes are averaging 110 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 110 days on market compared to 131 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.7% year-over-year, from $657,600 to $554,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 110 now vs 131 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $554,500 (-15.7% YoY)
  • Average: $612,272 (-19.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 35.0 miles — 177 listings ($109,059,249 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95521Arcata, CA 955210.0 mi18$11,020,896$554,500$612,272
95501Eureka, CA 955015.6 mi29$15,646,689$438,500$539,541
95503Eureka, CA 955038.7 mi47$25,849,201$492,000$549,983
95550Korbel, CA 9555012.4 mi3$6,948,999$1,799,000$2,316,333
95551Loleta, CA 9555115.1 mi4$2,483,900$354,950$620,975
95570Trinidad, CA 9557018.6 mi6$10,107,774$1,199,750$1,684,629
95540Fortuna, CA 9554019.7 mi39$22,546,875$505,000$578,125
95528Carlotta, CA 9552825.2 mi12$7,076,004$522,000$589,667
95565Scotia, CA 9556526.9 mi9$2,636,910$310,000$292,990
95563Salyer, CA 9556328.0 mi4$1,450,000$325,000$362,500
95555Orick, CA 9555531.3 mi1$622,000$622,000$622,000
95571Weott, CA 9557133.7 mi3$464,001$120,000$154,667
95569Redcrest, CA 9556935.0 mi2$2,206,000$1,103,000$1,103,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ARCATA, CA 95521?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in ARCATA, CA (zip code 95521), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ARCATA, CA 95521?

The median listing price in ARCATA, CA 95521 is $554,500 as of January 2026, a 15.7% decrease from $657,600 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ARCATA, CA?

Homes in ARCATA, CA 95521 spend an average of 110 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 131 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ARCATA, CA 95521?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ARCATA, CA 95521 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 110 days on market compared to 131 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ARCATA, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ARCATA, CA 95521 save an estimated $11,090 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $554,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.