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A small town near Northern California’s Pacific coast
Loleta offers a taste of small-town living in the flatlands between Pacific beaches and the redwood-covered mountains of Northern California. This rural village is home to about 500 residents and features a small commercial strip with a grocery store, an ice cream shop and a post office. “It’s a small, friendly town right outside Fortuna, and it has the best ice cream in the county in my opinion,” says Realtor Eliza Proctor of Re/Max Humboldt Realty, who has lived and worked in the area since 2017. The town and surrounding area are especially drawing young families and retirees who want to live near Fortuna, Proctor says.
A market and an ice cream shop on Main Street
Loleta’s Main Street is lined with old historic buildings that give it a quintessential small-town feel. There, residents can shop at Loleta Grocery, a little market that carries snacks and everyday essentials, or cool off at Jersey Scoops ice cream shop. The rest of the buildings on the strip are currently vacant, save for a post office, a realty office and a community services center. Bear River Casino Resort is just outside town on tribal lands, and features an array of games, slots and restaurants in addition to its hotel. For everything else, residents will have to make the short trek to Fortuna, about 5 miles east. It has a Safeway, an Ace Hardware store, a Walgreens and dining options that include everything from fast-food to independent restaurants.
Loleta
Enjoy the view of golden fields and open skies in Loleta.
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Eclectic homes in a small-town setting
The streets of Loleta are lined with an assortment of homes, most of which date back to the early and mid-20th century. Ranch-style, bungalows and custom-built homes are the most common designs. There are also some Craftsman homes, which are known for their exposed beams and wide front porches. Yards are on the smaller side, but there’s still room for gardening, landscaping or hosting a backyard barbecue. Prices range from around $330,000 to $600,000.
Homes in Loleta range from around $330,000 to $600,000.
Homes in Loleta were built in the early and mid-20th century.
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Hike in the redwood forests of Humboldt County
Residents have easy access to hiking and biking trails that twist and turn across pristine, mountainous terrain and low-lying wetlands. Headwaters Forest Reserve, about 10 miles east, is a massive redwood forest that’s home to endangered animals like the northern spotted owl. South of the neighborhood, hikers, fishers and kayakers will find peace and quiet along the Eel River. Bear River Recreation Center is a few miles east of Loleta and features indoor basketball courts, fitness rooms and free weights. Next door, locals can relax at Bear River Family Entertainment Center, a community gathering place that has a bowling alley and laser tag arena.
Humboldt Botanical Garden is a 44.5 acres botanical garden that opened in 2006.
Vibrant flowers bloom throughout Loleta.
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Local schools close to home
Students can attend Loleta Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade students. It earns a D-plus rating from Niche. 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.
Teachers at Loleta Elementary School prepare students for their future.
Fortuna Union High School earns a B-minus rating on Niche.
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Easy Access to the Pacific Coast Highway
State Route 101, also known as the Pacific Coast Highway, is about a mile from Loleta, offering an easy way to for residents to get around. From there, it’s about 14 miles to Eureka, the largest city in Humboldt County. There are two bus stops on Loleta Drive for those who prefer public transit. Buses connect with Eureka, Arcata and Fortuna where there is an abundance of shopping and dining.
Need to know
The rural outskirts of Loleta are home to two federally recognized Native American reservations in the outskirts of Loleta, both of which belong to the Wiyot people. The Wiyot lived in the area for hundreds of years prior to the arrival of European settlers in the 19th century. Today, a few hundred descendants live in two small communities on either side of Loleta.
Elevated flood risk
Loleta is at an increased risk for flooding because of its low elevation and its proximity to Eel River.
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Parks in this Area
Headwaters Forest Trail
Transit
Airport
California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County
46 min drive
Bus
Scenic Dr & Loleta Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Loleta
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Loleta, Fortuna sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Loleta, Fortuna over the last 12 months is $548,875, up 49% from the average 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
566
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,467
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,825
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.4%
Advanced Degrees
9.9%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
13/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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