A rare legacy property in the heart of Humboldt County's Upper Mattole Valley — this one-of-a-kind offering includes three adjacent parcels featuring a homestead reminiscent of a past time, originally built in 1948. Step beyond the residential site, and the landscape opens up to lush pastureland, and enchanting fern lined trails winding through fir, bay laurel, wild rose, and oak. The land is rich with natural beauty: rolling meadows, about five acres of apple orchard, ancient oak groves, and over a mile of Mattole River frontage. The river wraps around the property like a secret kept safe, offering year-round access for summer swims, riverside picnics, or fishing in the winter months. Across Mattole Road, the property extends into a forested hillside within a timber production zone, complete with a flowing creek and a natural spring. The American dream feels alive and well; slow mornings, wide open space, and nature at your doorstep. Whether you're dreaming of a working homestead, a multi-generational investment, a private retreat, or a place of preserved beauty to escape to, this property offers space, privacy, and timeless potential in one of California's most breathtaking rural communities.
Vacant landProperty Type
1948Year Built
203.66 acresLot Size
$3,094Price/Acres
Listed by Zoe Sigman•DRE #02179695• Corcoran Icon Properties Arcata
Contact: zoe.sigman@corcoranicon.com
Bought with Humboldt Premier Properties Costa•DRE #01277661• Humboldt Premier Properties
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Market trends in 95558, CA
Last updated October 2026
Sale-to-list price
96.4%
0.5% MoM
Median sale price
$265K
$242K MoM
Avg. days on market
12d
57 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 42101 Mattole Rd
Date
Event
Price
HAR #269397
Oct 7, 2025
Sold
$750,000
$444/sq ft
Aug 29, 2025
Relisted
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Jun 21, 2025
Relisted
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Jun 21, 2025
Price Changed
$770,000
$456/sq ft
May 1, 2025
Listed
$710,000
$420/sq ft
HAR #269396
Jun 21, 2025
Price Changed
$770,000
$456/sq ft
May 1, 2025
Listed
$710,000
$420/sq ft
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Last updated by owner on Jun 26, 2026.
U
Unclassified Zone
As provided in this Code, all of the unincorporated area of the County not otherwise zoned is designated as the Unclassified or U Zone. This area has not been sufficiently studied to justify precise zoning classifications.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Partial
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1689.0
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Creek
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Agricultural
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Wooded, Open Lot, Pasture, Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 3 parcels
Lot Size Acres: 203.66
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Spring
Utilities: Propane, Electricity Available
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Honeydew
High School District: Mattole
High School: Mattole
Location Information
Directions: Located 41 miles from Ferndale and three miles downriver from the Honeydew General Store which is about 25 miles from Exit 630 off of Highway 101 heading south. At the property entrance you will see a mailbox across the driveway with the address 42101 Mattole Road.
Cross Street: Na
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Humboldt County
APN: —
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: zoe.sigman@corcoranicon.com
Around this home
Schools
Honeydew Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
Mattole Triple Junction High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
14 days above 86° expected this year, 35 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$599,000 – $725,000
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