Arcata Plaza, Arcata, CA
Arcata Plaza — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Arcata Plaza, Arcata, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.
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Arcata Plaza Neighborhood Overview
Arcata Plaza serves as the historic and commercial heart of Arcata, centered around the iconic town square. This neighborhood is characterized by a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and civic life, directly influencing its residential market. The area's primary ZIP code is 95521.
The housing market in Arcata Plaza presents a dynamic snapshot, with a median home value of $441,900 and homes averaging 1,100 square feet. The neighborhood has a relatively low homeownership rate of 37.1%, complemented by a high renter-occupied rate of 62.9%. This is reflected in the median gross rent of $1,251 per month. Recent mortgage data shows strong conventional lending activity, with 149 conventional originations out of a total of 163 HMDA loan originations, alongside 10 FHA and 4 VA loans, indicating a market tier classified as Upper Mid.
The neighborhood's character is deeply intertwined with its central plaza, fostering a lively, pedestrian-friendly atmosphere. The median household income of $47,764 stands in contrast to the local home values, highlighting the affordability dynamics at play in this desirable core area. The high concentration of renters contributes to a transient, community-oriented vibe often associated with a central business and cultural district.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 12 neighborhoods in Arcata.
Arcata Plaza Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $442K |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo |
| Median Household Income | $48K |
| Homeownership Rate | 37.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 62.9% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.2% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Market Tier | Upper Mid |
| Primary ZIP Code | 95521 |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | |
| Total Mortgage Originations | 163 |
| VA Loan Originations | 4 |
| VA Loan Share | 2.5% |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $355K |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 149 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 10 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Arcata Plaza, Arcata
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: California Department of Real Estate (DRE) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-06-03