Why Live in Downtown-Uniontown
Downtown-Uniontown in Arcata features a mix of older home styles, including bungalows, cottages, Victorians, and Craftsman houses, primarily built in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The neighborhood's traditional, flat street grid extends from the Plaza, surrounded by shops and restaurants. Small lots are common, providing space for landscaping or small gardens. The area is home to several parks, such as the Arcata Sports Complex, Arcata Community Park, and HealthSPORT indoor fitness gym, which offer playgrounds, soccer fields, and baseball diamonds. Less than a mile away, Redwood Park provides hiking and biking trails among massive redwood trees, along with a disc golf course and basketball courts. Arcata Plaza, the town square, is a focal point with lawns, flowers, benches, and century-old storefronts housing shops, restaurants, and bars. Popular spots include Vintage Avenger, People’s Records, Humboldt Outfitters, Café Brio, and Jitter Bean Coffee Co. The Plaza hosts the Arcata Farmers’ Market every Saturday and annual events like the Summer Music and Arts festival and the Arcata Bay Oyster Festival. State Route 101 runs through the district, providing access to nearby cities but contributing to some neighborhood noise. Public transportation is available with several bus stops, and the California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport is 8 miles north. Students attend Arcata Elementary School, Sunny Brae Middle School, and the highly rated Arcata High School. California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, is a mile away, making it convenient for students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown-Uniontown a good place to live?
Downtown-Uniontown is a good place to live. Downtown-Uniontown is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise. Downtown-Uniontown has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 33. The average household income is $56,275 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 39.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown-Uniontown are renters, with 87.3% of residents renting and 12.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown-Uniontown can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown-Uniontown neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown-Uniontown?
The median home price in Downtown-Uniontown is $495,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $99,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown-Uniontown. The average household income in Downtown-Uniontown is $56K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown-Uniontown?
The best public schools that serve Downtown-Uniontown are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown-Uniontown?
The best private schools that serve Downtown-Uniontown are:
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Are home prices dropping in Downtown-Uniontown?
Yes, home prices in Downtown-Uniontown are down 9% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Downtown-Uniontown, CA
On average, homes in Downtown-Uniontown, Arcata sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown-Uniontown, Arcata over the last 12 months is $410,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$410,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$495,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$414
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$495,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%