51 Main Street, Petrolia, CA 95558 (MLS# 272746)

51 Main Street, Petrolia, CA 95558

$190,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 1 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 564 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 3,920 Status: Active

Current Price: $190,000 List Date: 6/30/2026 Last Modified: 9/26/2026

Overview

Description

Experience the charm of life on California's Lost Coast at 51 Main Street in the heart of Petrolia. Just a short walk from the Mattole River, this cozy cottage offers an opportunity to enjoy the relaxed pace and natural beauty that make Petrolia so special. Built in 1950, the home features one bedroom, one remodeled bathroom, a bonus room, and recent improvements including updated vinyl flooring, select newer windows, interior trim, and bathroom updates. Additional features include a metal roof, 200-amp electrical service, well water with inline filtration, kerosene heat, and a septic system serviced in February 2026. Outside, the sunny backyard includes a greenhouse, storage outbuildings, and a finished detached shed offering flexible space for hobbies, a studio, or additional stora

Supplements: Full of character and potential, this home offers a great opportunity for buyers looking to build equity while enjoying one of Humboldt County's most unique communities. Whether you're searching for your first home, a weekend retreat, or an investment, this property is ready for its next chapter.

Listing Details MLS# 272746

Property Description

Type of Property: Residential
Realtor.com Type: Residential - Single Family
Lot Dimensions: 0x0x0x0
Lot Acres: 0.09
Appearance: Fair
Garage Type: None
Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
List Price/SqFt: 336.88

House Description

Year Built: 1950
Total Rooms: 4
Main House SqFt: 564

Location Legal and Taxes

Area: South County
House Number: 51
Street Name: Main
Street Suffix: Street
Sub-Area: Petrolia
State: CA
Zip Code: 95558
Cross Street: Mattole Rd

Directions and Remarks

Directions: Use GPS

RV Parking

Room for RV Parking: No

More Information

Property Features

Zoning: Single Family; Unclassified Fenced: Partial RV Parking: Propane Possession: At Close of Escrow Levels: One Siding: Horizontal; Wood Siding Foundation: Post/Piers Construction: Wood Frame Roof: Metal Garage: Shed Driveway: Gravel; Shared Road: Deadend; Gravel Lot Description: Flat Heating: Other Water: Well Sewer: Private Exterior Amenities: Garden Area; Greenhouse; Out Building; Porch Utilities: Electric; Propane; Phone Available; Tankless Water Heater Kitchen: Range; Refrigerator Dining: Open Laundry: Dryer; Washer 1st Floor: 2nd Bedroom; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Primary Bedroom Financing Terms: Cash

Listing Office: EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc

Last Updated: September - 26 - 2026

Broker Attribution: desireeavila08@gmail.com

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