Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,325 sqft$215/sqft
79 Ridge Rd, Whitethorn, CA 95589
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,276 sq ftLot Size
2001Year Built
$215/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Indulge in the charm of a 2,300 sq ft, 2/3 bedroom White Cedar log cabin, meticulously crafted by a local engineer and recently renovated. Revel in the brilliance of wood floors, a rock inlay fireplace, and an open floor plan. Bonus space above the garage offers additional potential living area. Bask in a wonderful ocean view from a location above the tsunami zone, yet just minutes from the ocean, golf course, landing strip, restaurants, and a general store. Call now for an exclusive video tour!Indulge in the charm of a 2,300 sq ft, 2/3 bedroom White Cedar log cabin, meticulously crafted by a local engineer and recently renovated. Revel in the brilliance of wood floors, a rock inlay fireplace, and an open floor plan. Bonus space above the garage offers additional potential living area. Bask in a wonderful ocean view from a location above the tsunami zone, yet just minutes from the ocean, golf course, landing strip, restaurants, and a general store. Call now for an exclusive video tour!
  • Listed by: Marcus Schaible 707.601.8291 marcusschaible@gmail.com DRE #01926237 Brokerage DRE #01926237 • Emerald Realty
Listing closed: 08/02/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Humboldt Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 266017

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$375,000

Avg days on market

110

Sale-to-list ratio

94.0%

Whitethorn, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Emerald Realty, Marcus Schaible, DRE #01926237

Sold By TOP Properties, Reya Bachmann, DRE #02204658

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Property Information for 79 Ridge Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Subdivision Name: Shelter Cove Sub #42
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Ocean, Trees/Woods
  • Zoning Description: Single Family
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Lot Size: 0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Beach Rd
  • Latitude: 40.03925302
  • Longitude: -124.06725802
  • MLS Area Major: South County
  • MLS Area Minor: South County
School Information
  • Elementary School: Whitethorn
  • High School: South Fork
  • Middle Or Junior School: Miranda
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved, RV Access/Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Size Area: 0.19
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 65 x 100 ft
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8276.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 2325.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Roof: Shingle
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Insulation
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Kitchen Island
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Property History for 79 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 2, 2024

Sold

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #266017

$500,000
Jul 9, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537928212

$500,000

+4.1% / yr

Jun 3, 2024

Pending

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #266017

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/02/2024

Sold

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #266017

$500,000
07/09/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537928212

$500,000

+4.1% / yr

06/03/2024

Pending

Humboldt Association of REALTORS #266017

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

Public Records for 79 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$155,000Additions$345,000Total$500,000
Tax Record2025$5,840 ($487 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,571 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,571 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998ZoningR-1-Q-D-VCountyHUMBOLDTAPN109-301-015-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 79 Ridge Road

This home is within Southern Humboldt Joint Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - K to 12
Public - K to 6
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Whitethorn Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Osprey Learning Center (Alternative)
PublicK to 12

Redway Elementary School
PublicK to 6

South Fork Junior - Senior High School
Public9 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: 79 Ridge Road, Whitethorn, CA 95589
$500,000
3
2,325
8,276
$60,000
6,098
$14,000
7,381
$170,000
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