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PETROLIA, CA 95558

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Humboldt County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 80% vs 5 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$559,000
⇧ 17.4% vs $476,000 last year
Average Price
$559,000
⇧ 0.5% vs $556,300 last year
Days on Market
189
⇧ 47.7% vs 128 days last year

Market Context

Population: 246  ·  Density: 0.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $42,917

Typical home value: $1,578,400  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Analysis

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

The PETROLIA, CA real estate market (95558) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 189 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 189 days on market compared to 128 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 17.4% year-over-year, from $476,000 to $559,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 189 now vs 128 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $559,000 (+17.4% YoY)
  • Average: $559,000 (+0.5% 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
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 35.7 miles — 121 listings ($59,776,731 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95558Petrolia, CA 955580.0 mi1$559,000$559,000$559,000
95562Rio Dell, CA 9556211.5 mi13$4,983,251$319,900$383,327
95565Scotia, CA 9556515.1 mi9$2,636,910$310,000$292,990
95540Fortuna, CA 9554017.6 mi39$22,546,875$505,000$578,125
95528Carlotta, CA 9552820.2 mi12$7,076,004$522,000$589,667
95553Miranda, CA 9555320.6 mi10$4,286,910$249,000$428,691
95551Loleta, CA 9555123.7 mi4$2,483,900$354,950$620,975
95560Redway, CA 9556024.6 mi14$4,842,096$287,000$345,864
95549Kneeland, CA 9554929.2 mi4$2,818,400$795,000$704,600
95514Blocksburg, CA 9551430.1 mi4$4,253,000$899,500$1,063,250
95564Samoa, CA 9556432.1 mi2$754,550$377,275$377,275
95587Piercy, CA 9558735.6 mi4$1,525,000$377,500$381,250
95511Alderpoint, CA 9551135.7 mi5$1,010,835$157,500$202,167

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PETROLIA, CA 95558?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in PETROLIA, CA (zip code 95558), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PETROLIA, CA 95558?

The median listing price in PETROLIA, CA 95558 is $559,000 as of January 2026, a 17.4% increase from $476,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in PETROLIA, CA 95558 spend an average of 189 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 128 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PETROLIA, CA 95558?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PETROLIA, CA 95558 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 189 days on market compared to 128 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PETROLIA, CA 95558 save an estimated $11,180 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $559,000. 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.