End-of-the-lane privacy on 3.33 acres nestled among the redwoods w/sweeping views of the Eel River, valley, and hills. This versatile property includes a 3 bed/2 bath home, newer attached ADU, detached studio/playhouse, 1300 sq ft insulated metal shop, smokehouse, large carport, chicken coop with predator-proof run, and an extra pen for pigs or goats. Enjoy city water, a variety of fruit trees (apple, plum, peach, Asian pear, banana), and whimsical touches like a working barber pole and a stoplight motion light. Many improvements were built with old-growth redwood, including the shed and coop made from wood salvaged from the old Rio Dell Bowling Alley! Walking trails and tucked-away nooks invite exploration and creativity. Fits many life stages. There is truly something for everyone here!
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
3.33 acresLot Size
$317Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
20 spacesParking
Listed by Felicia Costa•DRE #01277661• Humboldt Premier Properties
End-of-the-lane privacy on 3.33 acres nestled among the redwoods w/ sweeping views of the Eel River, valley, and hills. This versatile property includes a 3 bed/2 bath home, newer attached ADU, detached studio/playhouse, 1300 sq ft insulated metal shop, smokehouse, large carport, chicken coop with predator-proof run, and an extra pen for pigs or goats. Enjoy city water, a variety of fruit trees (apple, plum, peach, Asian pear, banana), and whimsical touches like a working barber pole and a stoplight motion light. Many improvements were built with old-growth redwood, including the shed and coop made from wood salvaged from the old Rio Dell Bowling Alley! Walking trails and tucked-away nooks invite exploration and creativity. Fits many life stages. There is truly something for everyone here!
Public Records
May 28, 1987
Sold
$24,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,649 (+4.9%)
$46,844 + $386,989
$433,833
2024
$4,434 (+225.1%)
$46,844 + $386,989
$433,833
2023
$1,364 (+0.4%)
$45,926 + $379,401
$425,327
2022
$1,358 (+2.4%)
$44,144 + $78,611
$122,755
2021
$1,327 (+0.4%)
$44,144 + $78,611
$122,755
2020
$1,322 (+1.4%)
$43,279 + $77,070
$120,349
2019
$1,304 (+1.6%)
$42,836 + $76,280
$119,116
2018
$1,283 (+4.4%)
$41,997 + $74,785
$116,782
2017
$1,229 (+1.9%)
$40,367 + $71,882
$112,249
2016
$1,206 (+1.0%)
$40,367 + $71,882
$112,249
2015
$1,194 (+15.1%)
$39,576 + $70,473
$110,049
2014
$1,037
$38,219 + $68,056
$106,275
Tax history for 11281 Blue Slide Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,649 (+4.9%)
$46,844 + $386,989
$433,833
2024
$4,434 (+225.1%)
$46,844 + $386,989
$433,833
2023
$1,364 (+0.4%)
$45,926 + $379,401
$425,327
2022
$1,358 (+2.4%)
$44,144 + $78,611
$122,755
2021
$1,327 (+0.4%)
$44,144 + $78,611
$122,755
2020
$1,322 (+1.4%)
$43,279 + $77,070
$120,349
2019
$1,304 (+1.6%)
$42,836 + $76,280
$119,116
2018
$1,283 (+4.4%)
$41,997 + $74,785
$116,782
2017
$1,229 (+1.9%)
$40,367 + $71,882
$112,249
2016
$1,206 (+1.0%)
$40,367 + $71,882
$112,249
2015
$1,194 (+15.1%)
$39,576 + $70,473
$110,049
2014
$1,037
$38,219 + $68,056
$106,275
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,008
Year built
—
Style
Vacant Land
County
Humboldt County
APN
205081010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
S
Suburban Zone
The suburban or S zone provides for a mix of small-scale agriculture and low density residential areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 20
Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Drive Thru Garage, No Garage, RV Access, RV Possible
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Central, Wall Furnace, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Stove
Laundry Features: Inside Area
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Levels: One
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: Yes
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 145,055
Lot Size Acres: 3.33
Lot Size Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
Lot Features: Dead End, Greenbelt, Private
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Internet Available, Propane Tank Leased
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,008
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.33 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Humboldt County
APN: 205081010000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
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Schools
Eagle Prairie Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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Monument Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
2/10
Fortuna Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 83° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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10 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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$541,000 – $654,000
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