Discover a rare opportunity to create your Humboldt County dream. This property offers a spacious 3-bedroom home & a large laundry room that could serve as a fourth bedroom, plus a unique piece of local history. Living room features a cozy wood-burning stove, perfect for cool North Coast evenings. Outside, there's ample space to garden, relax, and make the land your own.The true gem of this property is the original Canal Schoolhouse, a one-room school that served the community from 1889 -1960complete with its original blackboards still intact! A new water system installed in 2023 by Rich Well and septic system pumped in 10/2025, offering peace of mind as you begin your restoration journey. With plenty of work to be done but potential, this is your chance to revive a historic treasure
- MLS# 271004
- Date Listed11/03/2025
- Days on Realty 17 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1 baths
- Lot Size 0.77 acres (33,541 sq. ft)
- Property Type Single Family
- County Humboldt
- Year Built 1974
- Water Private, Well
- Square Feet 1,350 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $325.85
Interior Features
- Heating Propane, Wood Stove
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Other
- Lot Size Acres 0.77
- Lot Size SQFT 33,541.20
- Lot Features Level
Directions
2 miles from intersection of Heindon & Janes Rd. From Heindon turn left on Miller Lane, Right on Mad River, property on left.
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
3.91 mi
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Public • 3 - 5 • Serves this home
3.42 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.91 mi
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Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
3.91 mi
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Public • PK - 8
6.99 mi
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Jacoby Creek Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
7.28 mi
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Public • 3 - 5 • Serves this home
3.42 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
3.51 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
6.38 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
3.91 mi
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Six Rivers Charter High School
Public • 9 - 12
3.91 mi
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Pacific Coast High (continuation) School
Public • 10 - 12
3.91 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
4.42 mi
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Public • 10 - 12
4.42 mi
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Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy
Public • 9 - 12
6.05 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1120 Griffith Road | 3 | 1 | Oct 20, 2025 | $650,000 | Nov 20, 2025 | - |
| 2740 Alliance Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 20, 2025 | $619,000 | Feb 16, 2024 | $585,400 |
| 3402 Buttermilk Lane | Listing | 4 | 3 | Oct 20, 2025 | $1,149,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $614,400 |
| 2075 Lewis Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 20, 2025 | $425,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $284,900 |
| 1065 Cameron Court | Listing | 2 | 2 | Oct 20, 2025 | $699,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $648,100 |
| 1180 Anderson Lane | 3 | 3 | Oct 20, 2025 | $650,000 | Nov 20, 2025 | - |
| 933 Mary Road | 3 | 1 | Oct 20, 2025 | $399,000 | Nov 20, 2025 | - |
| 2033 Ball Court | 3 | 2 | Oct 20, 2025 | $479,000 | Nov 20, 2025 | - |
| 2770 Strating Court | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 20, 2025 | $450,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $482,161 |
| 1489 Beverly Drive | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 20, 2025 | $330,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $637,400 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,643 | 17,782 | 137,075 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 339 | 1,613 | 38 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 31.6 | 30.5 | 39.2 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $44,262 | $42,887 | $51,451 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $29,971 | $28,630 | $30,597 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 82 | 80 | 93 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 40.8°F | 40.8°F | 40.8°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 63.3°F | 63.3°F | 63.3°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.1" | 38.1" | 38.1" | 38" |
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 1212 Mad River Road
Source: Realty.com
1212 Mad River Road, Arcata, CA 95521 is a Single Family 1,350 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 46 photos available of this 3 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $439,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 46 photos of 1212 Mad River Road.
Our records indicate that 1212 Mad River Road was built in 1974.
The full address for this home is 1212 Mad River Road, Arcata, CA 95521.
1212 Mad River Road has been listed on Realty.com since Mon November 03, 2025
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 14/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 39/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1212 Mad River Road. Arcata Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Morris Elementary School (Grades: 3 - 5), Arcata High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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