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Rural living south of Eureka on the Pacific coast
Pine Hills is a rural community tucked away in the forested hillsides south of Eureka, just a few miles off the chilly Pacific coastline. It’s made up of several residential communities, including Ridgewood and Elk River, situated on quiet streets peppered with towering pine and redwood trees. “You can have redwoods in your front yard. You don’t get that anywhere else. And the weather’s great. It’s in the mid-60s in the summer, but you get a little more sun than if you’re right along the coast,” says Realtor Malachi Herrera of Ming Tree Realty, a longtime area resident.
Hike through the redwoods
Pine Hills is just north of the Headwaters Forest Reserve, a 7,500-acre woodland that serves as a habitat for old-growth redwoods and several endangered species of birds, like the northern spotted owl. Trailheads into the forest include Elk River Trailhead, a former logging road that twists across the redwood-covered landscape. There are also trails that extend from residential streets into the forests that border the neighborhood's eastern edge, such as the Northridge Trail Loop. Plus, Humboldt Bay to the west of the neighborhood offers trails along the waterfront. Avid golfers can get up for an early morning tee time at Eureka Municipal Golf Course, an 18-hole public course with fairways that wind through pristine wilderness.
Take a walk through the beautiful redwood forest of Headwaters Forest Reserve in Pine Hills.
Eureka Municipal Golf is an 18-hole course with a great driving range in Pine Hills.
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An eclectic mix of homes in Humboldt County forests
Pine Hills offers an eclectic mix of homes in a rural and exurban setting. It runs the gamut from midcentury ranch-style homes to custom-built properties and luxury homes to farmhouses. Some parts of the community, like Elk River, feel more rural and agricultural, while neighborhoods like Ridgewood have homes that are close together on tree-lined streets. The one feature they all share is their proximity to boundless open space and lush natural scenery. Prices for smaller, rural homes range from around $350,000 to $500,000. Larger, newer homes sell for between $500,000 to $700,000.
This more luxury home has siding and brick accents in Pine Hills.
This ranch-style home, in Pine Hills, has a tile roof with solar.
There are a few custom-built homes, like this one in Pine Hills.
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Shopping and dining in Cutten
Pine Hills residents head to nearby Cutten, a suburb of Eureka, for shopping and dining. It’s home to Babe’s Pizza & Pasta, a locally owned restaurant that’s been serving up Italian staples since 1991. There’s also The Cutten Chalet, a breakfast, brunch and lunch diner where early birds sit down for pancakes, eggs and biscuits. Just up the street is Murphy’s Market, a one-stop shop for groceries and everyday essentials. For everything else, it’s about 5 miles to Eureka, where locals can shop at WinCo Foods, Target, North Coast Co-op and Costco.
The Cutten Chalet serves a great California Eggs Benedict in Pine Hills.
Babe’s Pizza & Pasta serves up the best calzones and pizza in Pine Hills.
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Public schools and a community college
Young students can attend Cutten Elementary School, which earns a B-plus rating from Niche. Students can move on to C-rated Winship Middle School, and then B-rated Eureka High School. The high school opened a new campus gym in 2023 with updated athletic courts, a fitness center and bleachers that can seat up to 1,200 people. College of the Redwoods, a community college, is just south of Pine Hills.
Cutten Elementary School earns a B-plus rating from Niche.
Student success is the top priority at Winship Middle School.
Eureka High School offers a wide range of athletic programs.
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Easy access to the Pacific Coast Highway
State Route 101, also known as the Pacific Coast Highway, is near the western edge of Pine Hills, making it ideal for commuters. The highway connects with the cities of Eureka and Arcata to the north and Fortuna to the south. The California Redwood Coast-Humbolt County Airport is about 20 miles north of the neighborhood, and the nearest hospital is Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka.
Eureka Transit Service has many bus lines running through Pine Hills.
St Joseph Hospital serves the area communities including Pine Hills.
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Coastal weather
The weather along the Northern California coastline is foggy, chilly and experiences more rainfall than central and southern California. Fog billows in from the ocean in the morning and burns off by late morning or early afternoon, while temperatures usually range from 40 degrees to 65 degrees all year-round.
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Parks in this Area
Headwaters Forest Trail
Transit
Airport
California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pine Hills
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pine Hills, Eureka sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pine Hills, Eureka over the last 12 months is $617,407, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming Updated Home in Cutten - 2 or 3 Bedrooms, 2 BathsThis beautifully updated home in desirable Cutten offers privacy and tranquility, nestled right next to a greenbelt for a peaceful, secluded feel. Featuring 2 or 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a single-car garage, this property is move-in ready!Step into the newly upgraded kitchen with stylish new flooring, a modern range, and a
This is a fabulous opportunity for the hard to find multi-family property in the Cutten area of Eureka. Two homes on a almost quarter acre lot close to Ridgewood Elementary, within a mile to Northridge Trail Entrance of the McKay Community Forest, and within 2.5 to 3 miles you will find services, eateries and The Sequoia Park & Zoo. Please Do Not Disturb Tenants. 24-hour Notice Required For
Rural feel, with public water, sewer and natural gas. This property sitting on 0.90 acre overlooks the Elk River Valley. This charming home features built-ins, and a woodstove. Orchard sits adjacent to a huge garage/workshop with a new roof includes storage, & door opening to a large carport. Enjoy the warm southern exposure as you take in the views from every corner of this amazing property!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,368
Median Age
46
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,985
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,957
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
30.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10%
% Population in Labor Force
55.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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