Why Live in Pine Hills
Pine Hills in Eureka, California, is a neighborhood that blends rural charm with exurban living, featuring a diverse range of home styles from midcentury ranches to custom-built luxury homes and farmhouses. The area is characterized by its proximity to expansive open spaces and lush natural scenery, with neighborhoods like Elk River offering a more agricultural feel and Ridgewood featuring homes on tree-lined streets. Pine Hills is just north of the Headwaters Forest Reserve, a 7,500-acre woodland home to old-growth redwoods and endangered bird species. Residents can enjoy trails such as the Elk River Trailhead and Northridge Trail Loop, as well as waterfront paths along Humboldt Bay. For golfers, the Eureka Municipal Golf Course offers an 18-hole public course set in pristine wilderness. Local dining and shopping options are available in nearby Cutten, including Babe’s Pizza & Pasta and The Cutten Chalet, with grocery needs met at Murphy’s Market. For broader shopping needs, Eureka is about 5 miles away with stores like WinCo Foods, Target, and Costco. State Route 101 runs near the western edge of Pine Hills, facilitating commutes to Eureka, Arcata, and Fortuna. The California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport is approximately 20 miles north, and Providence St. Joseph Hospital is in Eureka. Young students attend the highly rated Cutten Elementary School, with middle and high school options including Winship Middle School and Eureka High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pine Hills a good place to live?
Pine Hills is a good place to live. Pine Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Pine Hills is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Pine Hills has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $94,957 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 30.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Pine Hills are home owners, with 24.3% of residents renting and 75.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Pine Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Pine Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Pine Hills, CA a safe neighborhood?
Pine Hills, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Pine Hills?
The median home price in Pine Hills is $565,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $113,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $121K a year to afford the median home price in Pine Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Pine Hills is $95K.
What are the best public schools in Pine Hills?
The best public schools that serve Pine Hills are:
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Home Trends in Pine Hills, CA
On average, homes in Pine Hills, Eureka sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Pine Hills, Eureka over the last 12 months is $498,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$498,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$525,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$321
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median List Price
$565,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
