$475,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$396 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Detached Garage
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tile Countertops
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming Cottage with income potential in Arcata! Welcome to 2170 Western Avenue, a delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage located in the highly sought after Sunset neighborhood. Brimming with character, this home has been thoughtfully updated over the years. The main house was remodeled in the 1980s, with a refreshed bathroom in 1991. A new concrete perimeter foundation was completed in 2001, ensuring lasting stability and potential to build a second story. All windows were replaced in 2017 enhancing energy efficiency and natural light throughout. Adding to the property's appeal is a converted garage studio, featuring 1 bedroom, bathroom, and a kitchenette—perfect as a rental, guest space, or creative retreat. With a current tenant in place, this unit offers instant income potential! Situated in a desirable location with easy access to amenities, local trails, and California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt. This cozy cottage is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Don't miss outschedule a tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zoe Sigman

Corcoran Icon Properties Arcata Brokerage Email: zoe.sigman@corcoranicon.com License #02179695 Listed on: 03/21/2025

Corcoran Icon Properties Arcata

Last Buyer's Agent

Levi Moore

EXP Realty of California, Inc. License #02155615

EXP Realty of California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,572

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Homes

  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • ADU is currently occupied
  • ADU includes 1 Bathroom

Schools

  • Arcata Elementary School
  • Arcata High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 505-094-009-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,572

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Unit Levels: One
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • R V Parking Room For R V Parking: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Attribution Contact: zoe.sigman@corcoranicon.com
  • ADUDetailOccupiedYN: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Fencing: Partial
  • LaundryFeatures: Washer, Dryer
  • LotFeatures: Flat
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • NAV29_Unit_1_Appliances: Countertops Tile
  • Co List Office Phone: 707-630-4208
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • New Construction: No
  • Listing Information Type SaleOwner Type: Owner
  • Property Description Lot Size2: City
  • General Property Description:Lot Dimensions: 5663 sq ft
  • Property Description Accessory Dwelling Unit: Yes
  • Property Description Lot Acres2: 0.13
  • Property Description Appearance2: Good
  • Location Legal and Taxes APN: 505-094-009-000
  • GroundsLandscaping Fenced Partial: Yes
  • Lot Description:Flat: Yes
  • Levels One Story: Yes
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Utilities Electric2: Yes
  • Schools High School2: Arcata
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Sewer Public3: Yes
  • Driveway Concrete2: Yes
  • Schools Elementary School2: Arcata
  • Utilities:Gas3: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Perimeter: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer: Yes
  • Laundry Washer: Yes
  • Flooring:Hardwood: Yes
  • ADU Type ADU: Yes
  • ADU Detail Baths3: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Public Road: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Other
  • General Property Description:Garage Type2: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Woodstove
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Wood Stove: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Arcata
  • High School: Arcata

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 5663 sq ft
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5662.8
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2025
Closed on
May 12, 2025
Sold by
2006 John Marshall Gest Brown and 2006 Joseph
Bought by
Thomas Macy and Thomas Cannon
Seller's Agent
Zoe Sigman
Corcoran Icon Properties Arcata
Buyer's Agent
Levi Moore
EXP Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-4.81%
Views
42
Current Estimated Value
$487,197

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,197
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.13%
Original Mortgage
$451,250
Outstanding Balance
$450,053
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$23,122

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2013
Sold by
Brown John Marshall Gest and Brown Josephine Duke
Bought by
The 2006 John Marshal Gest Brown & Josep

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2001
Sold by
Reber Jeanne Marie
Bought by
Brown John and Brown Josephine
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $475,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $139,000 Humboldt Land Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $451,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Sold $475,000 -4.8% $396 / Sq Ft
04/13/2025 04/13/25 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2025 03/21/25 For Sale $499,000 -- $416 / Sq Ft
Source: Humboldt Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,572 $212,380 $82,863 $129,517
2024 $2,572 $208,217 $81,239 $126,978
2023 $2,522 $204,136 $79,647 $124,489
2022 $2,565 $200,135 $78,086 $122,049
2021 $2,450 $196,211 $76,555 $119,656
2020 $2,368 $194,201 $75,771 $118,430
2019 $2,295 $190,394 $74,286 $116,108
2018 $2,244 $186,662 $72,830 $113,832
2017 $2,197 $183,002 $71,402 $111,600
2016 $2,122 $179,414 $70,002 $109,412
2015 $2,099 $176,720 $68,951 $107,769
2014 $2,093 $173,259 $67,601 $105,658
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Humboldt Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 269000

Humboldt Association of REALTORS®

APN: 505-094-009-000