Nestled on nearly 2 flat, usable acres in desirable Freshwater, sits this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering a brand new roof, and an open floor plan perfect for comfortable living. The spacious layout flows seamlessly to a back deck, ready for summer barbecues, gatherings with friends, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting. With plenty of room for gardening, recreation, or future possibilities, this property combines privacy, space, and convenience while being in one of Humboldt County's most sought-after locations. Schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
1.9 acresLot Size
$373Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Holly Roberts•DRE #02058387• The Key Real Estate Group
Listed by First Class Service With First Class Results! Helard-Shumard•DRE #01204587
Freshwater, located between Arcata and Eureka, is a rural and residential Eureka neighborhood with redwood-lined lanes and pasture-backed views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Freshwater Road near Freshwater Corners, where a small cluster of local stops and roadside calm sets the tone. Humboldt Bay Coffee Company and the Arcata Playhouse serve as familiar cultural pillars nearby, with the Arcata Farmers’ Market adding a weekly ritual. Homes range from older farmhouses to newer hillside builds, often set on larger parcels. Trailheads and creekside roads shape daily routines, with quick shifts from foggy mornings to open-sky afternoons. The landscape reads as working countryside at the edge of town.
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Offer insights
1196 Freshwater Rd · $559,000
$557K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $557K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
81 days
The average home goes pending in 45 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.9%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
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Cathedral and vaulted ceilings
Double-pane windows
Fireplace (1)
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Wood
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Forced air heating
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Shingle roof
Level lot
Gravel road access
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Single-family residence
One level
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RV access/parking
Construction
Wood siding
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built with traditional construction materials
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Private sewer
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Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
AG
Agriculture General Zone
The Agriculture General or AG Zone is intended to be applied in areas in which agriculture is the desirable predominant use and rural residential uses are secondary.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Golf related
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 83° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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87/ 100
Very good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1196 Freshwater Rd
$547,544
$11K under list price of $559K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $295K to $560K.