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ARCATA, CA 95521

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Humboldt County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ARCATA, CA real estate market (95521) currently shows 26 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.9% year-over-year, from $549,500 to $495,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇧ 13% vs 23 last year
Pending
6
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$495,000
⇩ 9.9% vs $549,500 last year
Average Price
$676,930
⇧ 7.7% vs $628,379 last year
Days on Market
61
⇧ 22% vs 50 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$374
⇩ 0.8% vs $377/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,363 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $495,000 (-9.9% YoY)
  • Average: $676,930 (+7.7% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 35.0 miles — 223 listings ($135,814,407 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95521Arcata, CA 955210.0 mi26$16,922,828$497,000$650,878
95501Eureka, CA 955015.6 mi44$24,414,412$444,000$554,873
95503Eureka, CA 955038.7 mi59$31,602,347$484,250$535,633
95550Korbel, CA 9555012.4 mi2$5,749,000$2,874,500$2,874,500
95551Loleta, CA 9555115.1 mi4$1,250,000$302,500$312,500
95570Trinidad, CA 9557018.6 mi7$12,622,750$1,287,000$1,803,250
95540Fortuna, CA 9554019.7 mi48$27,989,280$521,000$583,110
95528Carlotta, CA 9552825.2 mi10$5,901,330$533,500$590,133
95565Scotia, CA 9556526.9 mi10$3,040,710$310,000$304,071
95563Salyer, CA 9556328.0 mi4$1,398,000$299,000$349,500
95555Orick, CA 9555531.3 mi1$749,000$749,000$749,000
95571Weott, CA 9557133.7 mi6$1,968,750$362,000$328,125
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 March 2026, there are 26 active listings in ARCATA, CA (zip code 95521), compared to 23 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in ARCATA, CA 95521 is $495,000 as of March 2026, a 9.9% decrease from $549,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in ARCATA, CA 95521 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 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 March 2026, ARCATA, CA 95521 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 50 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 $9,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $495,000. 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.