1261 Chezem Rd

1
Bath
1,760 Sq. Ft.
$243 / Sq. Ft.
1,760
Sq. Ft.
$243
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Got a minute to restore a fantastic home on Redwood Creek? This charming timber frame cottage was built in 1932 by Eureka contractor Edgar Lax as his family vacation estate. A large garage was added to provide indoor workspace. 1.26 acres with a gated entrance and privacy fence located about one mile off highway 299, and only 30 minutes to the 101 in Arcata. Has an 11' x 20' manufactured home workshop building, and 8'x8' shed/chicken coop. A finished basement and a large bonus room with a deck overlooking...Got a minute to restore a fantastic home on Redwood Creek? This charming timber frame cottage was built in 1932 by Eureka contractor Edgar Lax as his family vacation estate. A large garage was added to provide indoor workspace. 1.26 acres with a gated entrance and privacy fence located about one mile off highway 299, and only 30 minutes to the 101 in Arcata. Has an 11' x 20' manufactured home workshop building, and 8'x8' shed/chicken coop. A finished basement and a large bonus room with a deck overlooking the creek. The home, shop, and pool house are each separate separately metered by PG&E, with Mitsubishi mini split heat pump in shop. New wood-burning stove, new propane wall furnace. Fruit trees, a giant chestnut tree, grapevines, flowers, and plenty of room to garden.
  1. Listed by Stephanie Coffey • DRE #01960864 • Brokerage DRE #01960864 • Benchmark Realty Group/SC
    P: (707)-496-3230 C: (707)-496-3230 myrealtorstephanie707@gmail.com

Property Details for 1261 Chezem Road

View
River, Mountain(s), Hills, Valley
Has View
Yes
Zoning Description
Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 05/22/2026 09:05 PM

Property Details for 1261 Chezem Road

StatusPending
MLS #272317
Days on Compass6
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1932
Lot Size1.26 AC / 54,885 SF
CountyHumboldt County

Location

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Building Information for 1261 Chezem Road

Stories-Year Built1932Building Size-Lot Size1.26 AC / 54,885 SF

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Property Information for 1261 Chezem Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Hwy 299
  • Directions: hwy 299 to chezem rd
  • Latitude: 40.91204475
  • Longitude: -123.81337741
  • MLS Area Major: North Bay
  • MLS Area Minor: North Bay
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.26
  • Lot Size Area: 1.26
  • Lot Size Dimensions: ±1.26 Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 54885.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 1760.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1932
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Other
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Other, Garden
  • Fencing: Fenced, Full
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Other
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Heating: Forced Air, Wood Stove
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Rooms: 6

Property History for 1261 Chezem Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 17, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #269915

May 22, 2026

Pending

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #272317

May 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #272317

$427,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/17/2026

Temporarily Off Market

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #269915

05/22/2026

Pending

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #272317

05/16/2026

Listed (Active)

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #272317

$427,000

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Schools near 1261 Chezem Road

This home is within Northern Humboldt Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Green Point Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Arcata High School
Public9 to 12

Laurel Tree Charter
CharterK to 12

Six Rivers Charter High School
Charter9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Benchmark Realty Group/SC, Stephanie Coffey, DRE #01960864

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