Why Live in Westwood-Vasside
Westwood-Vasside, located in Arcata, features homes primarily built in the 1950s, including ranch-style, new traditional, and bungalow designs, with a small manufactured home community also present. The neighborhood is characterized by its sidewalks and closely spaced houses with small front yards. Janes Creek Meadows Park and Chevret-Vasside Park provide green spaces and playgrounds, while the Potawot Community Garden offers a 3-acre certified farmers market. Redwood Park, about 2 miles away, offers extensive hiking and horseback riding trails within its 800 acres of redwood forest. Local dining options include Los Bagels and Tomo, with Redwood Curtain Brewing Company located 3 miles away. Arcata Plaza, surrounded by shops like Humboldt Outfitters and Solutions, is about 2 miles from the neighborhood. Murphy’s Markets is the nearest grocery store, less than half a mile from most homes. The Arcata Bay Oyster Festival and the year-round Arcata Farmer’s Market are notable events. U.S. Route 101 is about half a mile away, and the Arcata & Mad River Transit System provides public transportation with stops in the neighborhood. The California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport is 7 miles away, and Mad River Community Hospital is less than a mile from most homes. The neighborhood is served by the Arcata Schools District, with Arcata Elementary School, Arcata High School, and Sunny Brae Middle School all having high ratings. Cal Poly, located 1 mile away, offers various technical programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westwood-Vasside a good place to live?
Westwood-Vasside is a good place to live. Westwood-Vasside is considered car-dependent and very bikeable. Westwood-Vasside is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Westwood-Vasside has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 32. The average household income is $59,944 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Westwood-Vasside are renters, with 67.8% of residents renting and 32.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Westwood-Vasside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Westwood-Vasside neighborhood guide.
Is Westwood-Vasside, CA a safe neighborhood?
Westwood-Vasside, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Westwood-Vasside?
The median home price in Westwood-Vasside is $457,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $91,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.01%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,200 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $94K a year to afford the median home price in Westwood-Vasside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Westwood-Vasside is $60K.
What are the best public schools in Westwood-Vasside?
The best public schools that serve Westwood-Vasside are:
What are the best private schools in Westwood-Vasside?
The best private schools that serve Westwood-Vasside are:
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Are home prices dropping in Westwood-Vasside?
Yes, home prices in Westwood-Vasside are down 16% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Westwood-Vasside, CA
On average, homes in Westwood-Vasside, Arcata sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Westwood-Vasside, Arcata over the last 12 months is $419,600, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$419,600
Median Single Family Sale Price
$439,600
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$406
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$457,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
