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Hydesville

Hydesville

Neighborhood in Fortuna, California

Humboldt County 95540, 95547

$620,185 Average Value
$296 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Country living near Northern California’s redwood forests

Sun-drenched country roads, starry nights and views of rolling hillsides greet the residents of Hydesville, a rural community at the edge of Humboldt County's sprawling redwood forests. It sits just east of the town of Fortuna, about 18 miles off the Pacific coast. It's primarily residential, with little more than a market, a fire department, an elementary school, a community church and a post office at the center of town. “Hydesville is where people go if they want more acreage, but still want to be close to Fortuna,” says Realtor Eliza Proctor of Re/Max Humboldt Realty, who has lived and worked in the area since 2017. “It’s a lot sunnier and warmer there than if you live closer to the coast.”

Protected forests, Eel River and a private golf course

The community is just south of Headwaters Forest Reserve, a protected woodland that’s home to thousands of coastal redwood trees and endangered animals like the northern spotted owl. At nearly 7,500 acres, hikers will have plenty of natural scenery to explore. Also nearby is the Eel River, a popular place for kayaking, swimming and fishing for steelhead and salmon. Avid golfers can tee up at the Redwood Empire Golf & Country Club, which borders Hydesville’s western edge. This private 18-hole golf course offers greens and fairways that wind through scenic redwood-covered terrain.

Hydesville residents are located to beautiful hiking trails like Headwaters Forest Reserve.
Hydesville residents are located to beautiful hiking trails like Headwaters Forest Reserve.
Hydesville residents can go for a hike at the Headwaters Forest Reverse.
Hydesville residents can go for a hike at the Headwaters Forest Reverse.
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Country estates and farmhouses

Hydesville has an eclectic array of home styles and sizes, including country estates, farmhouses, horse farms and ranches. The center of the community has a neighborhood feel with homes that sit side-by-side on residential streets, while the surrounding roads wind across meadows and hillsides with properties that occupy larger lots. Smaller, older homes list for between $350,000 and $600,000. Larger, newer homes and those that have more acreage list for between $600,000 and $1.5 million.

Find your dream farmhouse style home in Hydesville.
Find your dream farmhouse style home in Hydesville.
Hydesville features many large country estates.
Hydesville features many large country estates.
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A local store and gas station

Murrish Market, at the center of Hydesville, is a one-stop for snacks, deli sandwiches, everyday necessities and gas. For everything else, it’s about 6 miles to downtown Fortuna, where locals can dine at La Costa for authentic Mexican or Redwood Café for a hearty breakfast. There's also Bob’s Footlongs, a classic American diner that serves up hotdogs, burgers, shakes and French fries. Grocery stores in Fortuna include Safeway, Ray’s Food Place and Fortuna Grocery Outlet.

Hydesville residents can go to Ray's Food Place in Fortuna to shop for groceries.
Hydesville residents can go to Ray's Food Place in Fortuna to shop for groceries.
Murrish Market is the only grocery store in Hydesville.
Murrish Market is the only grocery store in Hydesville.
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Highly rated local schools

Students can attend Hydesville Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade. It earns a B-plus rating from Niche, making it one of the highest rated schools in Humboldt County. Students move on to Fortuna High School, which earns a B-minus rating. Fortuna High offers a broad range of career and technical education opportunities, from metal working and carpentry to agricultural studies.

Fortuna Union High School earns a B-minus rating on Niche.
Fortuna Union High School earns a B-minus rating on Niche.
Hydesville Elementary prepare students for their future.
Hydesville Elementary prepare students for their future.
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A church for the entire community

The Hydesville Community Church is in the middle of the neighborhood and hosts gatherings and dinners throughout the year.

Easy access to the Pacific Coast Highway

State Route 101, also known as the Pacific Coast Highway, is about 3 miles from Hydesville, offering an easy way to get around. From there, it’s about 24 miles to Eureka, the largest city in Humboldt County. Hydesville is 3 miles from Rohnerville Airport, a small public airport owned by Humboldt County, and about 6 miles from Providence Redwood Memorial Hospital.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County

63 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Hydesville US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$456,500
Median Single Family Price
$489,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$296
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Months of Supply
24.00
Median List Price
$522,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-29%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
185
Median Year Built
1987
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,115
Above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
108,900

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 4
    12 - 2pm

    3248 Gray Brook Ln, Hydesville, CA 95547

    $520,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,856 Sq Ft
    • 3248 Gray Brook Ln
    • New 5 days ago

    Welcome to 3248 Graybrook Drive—your slice of country living in the heart of sought-after Hydesville! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers space and flexibility with both a living room and a family room, plus a bonus room perfect for a home office, gym, or guest space.Sitting on a generous .73-acre lot, the property is a dream for gardeners and homesteaders alike, with an established

    Kim Quintal EXP Realty of California, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
849
Median Age
45
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,863
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,935

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
14.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
% Population in Labor Force
51.8%
Below the national average
65.1%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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