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422 Shirley Boulevard, Arcata, CA 95521

$1,165,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,800 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 536,659 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,165,000 List Date: 6/05/2026 Last Modified: 8/27/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 422 Shirley Blvd, a truly one-of-a-kind Arcata estate tucked away at the end of a private drive on over 12 acres of towering redwoods. Offering exceptional privacy while remaining just minutes from Cal Poly Humboldt, downtown Arcata, shopping, and the coast, this remarkable property blends timeless architecture, modern upgrades, and incredible flexibility. With 3,800 square feet, this spacious home features 4 generously sized bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bathroom, plus a fifth bathroom for guests. This rare layout provides exceptional comfort and privacy for family, multi-generational living, guests, or strong rental and investment potential. Its proximity to Cal Poly Humboldt makes it especially attractive for executive

Supplements: housing, traveling professionals, student rentals, or a luxury vacation retreat. Inside, you'll discover classic mid-century architectural details, elegant pocket doors, multiple fireplaces, expansive living spaces, and walls of windows that bring the surrounding redwood forest indoors. Recent updates include owned solar, energy-efficient mini-spl ...

Listing Details MLS# 272508

Property Description

Type of Property
Residential
Realtor.com Type
Residential - Single Family
Style
Custom
Lot Dimensions
Irregular, see AP Map
Lot Acres
12.32
Appearance
Excellent
Gar Stls
2
Garage Type
Attached
Accessory Dwelling Unit
No
List Price/SqFt
306.58

House Description

Year Built
1952
Total Rooms
12
Main House SqFt
3800
Historic Registry
Unknown
Gated Entry
No

Location Legal and Taxes

Area
North Bay
House Number
422
Street Name
Shirley
Street Suffix
Boulevard
Sub-Area
Arcata
State
CA
Zip Code
95521
Cross Street
Fickle Hill

Directions and Remarks

Directions
Turn right off Fickle Hill on Shirley and follow all the way until the driveway

Schools

Elementary School
Arcata
Middle School
Jacoby Creek
High School
Arcata

More Information

RV Parking

Room for RV Parking
Yes

Miscellaneous

Privacy
Yes

# of Baths per Level

Full Baths Main
2
Full Baths Upper
3

Heating

# of Fireplace
2

Property Features

View: Hills; Woods Zoning: Single Family Fenced: Partial RV Parking: Cable; Gravel; Paved; Power Possession: At Close of Escrow Levels: 2 Story Siding: Wood Foundation: Concrete Perimeter Construction: Wood Frame Roof: Composition Shingle Insulation: Ceiling; Dual Pane Window; Floor Garage: Auto Door Opener; Dir Entry to House; Finished Driveway: Asphalt Road: Paved; Public Lot Description: Hills View; Wooded; Woods View Heating: Forced Air; Heat Pump; Natural Gas; Solar Water: Public Sewer: Public Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan; Air Conditioning; Den/Office; Gas Srt Fireplace; Sauna; Storage Attic; Wood Stove Exterior Amenities: Deck; Garden Area; Hot Tub/Spa; Patio; Porch; Security System; Skylight/Solar Tube Utilities: Circuit Breaker; Electric; Gas; Solar; Telephone; TV Cable Kitchen: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Hood; Kitchen has Island; Microwave; Pantry; Range; Refrig; Remodeled Kitchen; Granite Slab Dining: Built-in Cabinets; Ceiling Fan; Fireplace; Open; View Living: Ceiling Fan; Fireplace; Large; View Family: Combination; Wood Stove Laundry: 220; Dryer; In House; Sink; Washer; Washer Hookup 1st Floor: Dining Room; Family/Rec; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Primary Bedroom 2nd Floor: 2nd Primary; 3rd Bedroom; Den/Office; Primary Bedroom Flooring: Carpeted; Hardwood; Slate; Tile Financing Terms: Cash; Conventional
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Listing Office: Corcoran Icon Properties Eureka
Last Updated: August - 27 - 2026
Broker Attribution: 707.599.4190

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