Last Sold Price
3 beds1 bath805 sqft$186/sqft
436 Mad River Rd, Arcata, CA 95521

Description

Welcome to this charming fixer house located on the outskirts of Arcata, just a stone's throw away from the beautiful Mad River Beach, the tranquil Mad River, and the scenic Hammond trail. This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom house is the perfect opportunity for those looking to put their personal touch on a property and create their dream coastal retreat. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy living area with plenty of natural light streaming in through the windows. From the small side yard, listen...Welcome to this charming fixer house located on the outskirts of Arcata, just a stone's throw away from the beautiful Mad River Beach, the tranquil Mad River, and the scenic Hammond trail. This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom house is the perfect opportunity for those looking to put their personal touch on a property and create their dream coastal retreat. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy living area with plenty of natural light streaming in through the windows. From the small side yard, listen to the roar of the ocean while watching the cattle graze in the large meadow adjoining the back property line with a view of the sand dunes in the distance. With a little TLC and elbow grease this property could be an adorable ocean bungalow.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/19/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kyla Nored • DRE #01930997 • Brokerage DRE #01930997 • The Land Man Office
    P: (707) 834-7979 C: (707) 834-7979 kyla@humboldtland.biz

Property Details for 436 Mad River Road

Status
MLS #
267206
Days on Compass
127
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1914
Lot Size
0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
View
Pasture
Has View
Yes
Zoning Description
Single Family

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$180,000

Avg days on market

56

Sale-to-list ratio

95.5%

[Arcata, CA]

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Square Feet
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Location

Listing Courtesy of The Land Man Office, Kyla Nored, DRE #01930997

Sold By Pacific Coast Realty, Elizabeth Campbell-Chase, DRE #01759000

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Building Information for 436 Mad River Road

Stories-Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF

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Property Information for 436 Mad River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Miller Lane
  • Latitude: 40.92416498
  • Longitude: -124.12967797
  • MLS Area Major: North Bay
  • MLS Area Minor: North Bay
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Area: 0.04
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Dimensions: ±0.04 Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1742.4
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 805.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1914
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Shingle
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Heating: Wood Stove
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 6

Property History for 436 Mad River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 19, 2024

Sold

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #267206

$150,000
Nov 15, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546561801

$150,000
Nov 5, 2024

Pending

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #267206

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/19/2024

Sold

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #267206

$150,000
11/15/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1546561801

$150,000
11/05/2024

Pending

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #267206

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 436 Mad River Road

Taxable ValueLand$36,059Additions$33,358Total$69,417
Tax Record2025$1,054 ($88 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt805 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt805 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,600 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1914ZoningRS-X/F,RCountyHUMBOLDTAPN506-361-006-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 436 Mad River Road

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

Arcata High School
Public9 to 12

Tsurai High (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

Laurel Tree Charter
CharterK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 436 Mad River Road, Arcata, CA 95521
$150,000
3
1
805
1,742
$375,000
2
1
1,018
6,969
14,342
3
1
768
2,856
$27,500
2,242
1,800

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