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An Arcata neighborhood not just for college students
Arcata is a college town, and the Greenview-Windsong neighborhood represents the interweaving of the suburbs and California Polytechnic University Humboldt, called Cal Poly, by locals. “Greenview-Windsong, what we usually call the Arcata Bottoms, is a mix of houses that families own and live in and that students rent,” says Andy Parker, a Broker with Azalea Realty who grew up in Arcata. The university brings jobs and students to the city, influencing the housing market and Arcata’s culture.
Greenview-Windsong locals head to Downtown Arcata for shopping and dining experiences.
The Greenview-Windsong neighborhhood is surrounded by pastures and parks.
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Some people rent homes, others own
The neighborhood’s houses are divided into two areas: Windsong was a planned village subdivided in the 1990s and Greenview is mainly made up of remodeled post-war properties. Houses sell for $400,000 to $900,000, and styles include ranch, Colonial and new traditional. The streetscape and atmosphere vary from street to street since the neighborhood is a mix of student renters and owners. “Some streets are quiet, and you have kids out playing basketball,” says Parker. “And some areas have more traffic.” Home buyers should be aware that Greenview-Windsong scores a 9 out of 10 for motor vehicle theft and an 8 out of 10 for burglary on the CAP Index. These scores are higher than the national average of 4.
Greenview-Windsong offers new homes with quiet cul-de-sacs to live on.
Greenview-Windsong offers many ranch-style homes to choose from.
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Shopping and Dining across Arcata
There are a variety of restaurants across Arcata. Redwood Curtain is a popular brewery 2 miles away that regularly hosts a pair of food trucks, South G Kitchen and Curtain Cookin’ Nook. Café Phoenix offers barbeque alongside vegan and gluten-free food, and SALT is a go-to for upscale dining with minimalist décor. Greenview Market offers groceries in the heart of the neighborhood. Most of Arcata’s shops are around the city’s plaza. Zen is a boutique that sells quirky goods and home décor, Shipwreck sells vintage clothing, and Humboldt Outfitters stocks novelty items and work from local artists.
Greenview-Windsong neighbors cheer to great day at Red Curtain Brewery.
Greenview-Windsong neighbors unite at Arcata Plaza for the Saturday Farmers' Market and more.
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A weekend for shucking oysters and Cal Poly events
The Oyster Festival happens every June and brings the city, the university, and the surrounding region together for a weekend of oysters, live music and beer. Cal Poly is a hub for events, from entertainment to sports like soccer and basketball. “The university events have a big effect on the town,” says Parker. Throughout the year, the Arcata Plaza hosts a farmer’s market every Saturday.
Humboldt Beach is too cold to swim, but good for surfing
The neighborhood has two parks that share its name, Greenview Park and Windsong Park. Both have green spaces and playgrounds, and Windsong Park is the larger of the two. Arcata Marsh is about 2 miles away and has hiking trails. Redwood Park is next to Cal Poly and is frequented by students and locals. The park is full of hiking and horse-riding trails that wind through about 800 acres of redwood trees. Humboldt Beach is about 4 miles west and popular for relaxing in the sand but not for getting in the water. “The water is cold, you don’t go there to swim,” says Parker. “Only surfers get in the water, and they wear wetsuits.”
Greenview-Windsong neighbors enjoy meeting at Windsong Park.
Enjoy the Pacific Coast next to Greenview-Windsong at Humboldt Beach.
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Getting around Arcata
U.S. Highway 101 runs through the center of Arcata and is about a mile and a half from Greenview-Windsong. The highway is the main route in and out of the area and how most travelers get to Cal Poly. The city is served by the Arcata & Mad River Transit system, which has stops in Greenview-Windsong. The California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport is about 10 miles away, and the Mad River Community Hospital is about 3 miles away.
Greenview-Windsong residents receive health care at Providence St. Joseph Hospital.
Greenview-Windsong catch their flights at the Arcata-Eureka Airport.
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Arcata Public Schools
Arcata Elementary School has a B-plus rating on Niche, and Sunny Brae Middle School earns a B. Arcata High School has a B-plus rating and has an arts program called the Arcata Arts Institute that offers music, performance, and visual arts classes. Cal Poly, a mile and a half from the neighborhood, offers a variety of technical programs like nursing and forestry.
Sunny Brae Middle School is one of the top schools in the area.
Arcata High School was the first high school in Humboldt County.
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Parks in this Area
Larson Park
Arcata Community Park
Arcata Skate Park
Transit
Airport
California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County
16 min drive
Bus
11th St & Q St
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Zehndner Ave & S St
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Greenview Market
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Q St & Zehndner Ave
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V St & Ariel Way
Greenview-Windsong Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenview-Windsong, Arcata sell after 142 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenview-Windsong, Arcata over the last 12 months is $439,900, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,786
Median Age
34
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,463
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,678
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.7%
% Population in Labor Force
58.7%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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