838 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
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$495,000

Original price: $519,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,168 sqft

838 J St, Eureka, CA 95501

Est. Mortgage $3,120/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1932
$228/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 838 J St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Elegant Mediterranean Revival home rich in period detail and timeless charm. This lovingly maintained 3-bedroom residence features a beautifully remodeled kitchen, warm wood floors, a cozy breakfast nook, and a formal dining room ideal for entertaining. The formal living room impresses with a dramatic wood-beamed ceiling, abundant natural light from large windows, and a classic fireplace centerpiece. South-facing gardens provide wonderful sun exposure, while the oversized two-car garage and functional basement offer excellent space for hobbies, storage, or creative pursuits. A rare opportunity to own a truly special home blending character, craftsmanship, and thoughtful upgrades--homes like this seldom come to market.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Joe Matteoli
Coldwell Banker Cutten Realty
Source: HBMLS, MLS#272079
Also Listed on HBMLS.

Home Details for 838 J St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1.5
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range Hood, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: Sink,InsideWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: Patio, PorchFencing: PartialFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,Direct Access
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicRoad Surface Type: Concrete, Paved

Days on Market

Days on Market: 152

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1932
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Spanish
Building
Not a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 005011007

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $495,000Price Per Sqft: $228
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Eureka

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 272079

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2168 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 272079Attribution Contact: joematteoli@gmail.com

Around this home

What Locals Say about Eureka

At least 200 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 22 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Gabrielsutton1991
    "Friendly neighbors, easy to walk sidewalks, close to multiple parks and a great local pet store in Henderson center "
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  • Wren Kaiser
    "There are dogs going on dog walks everywhere. Mostly nice humans who are friendly and say hi. But mostly nice dogs."
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  • Cyndybigbee
    "whenever the internet or power go out or there's a water leak, we gather in the street to discuss what's happening. "
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  • Carol Roberts
    "Most people have dogs, most are kept in yards. Daily dog walkers are frequently seen. Loose dogs are not welcome. We are a leashed community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You can get anywhere in 10 minutes Normally but during traffic we’re looking at 25 minutes but for the most part a nice commute"
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  • Jmccawesome
    "Okay neighborhood, lots of noisy traffic, good neighbors, but we have a thief amongst us. Package thief...we will catch them in the act. "
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  • Diqui L.
    "I work 10 miles away. It’s 15-20 minute drive but about an hour on the bus. Out public transportation option poor"
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  • Bailey W.
    "dirty, gross, and lots of homeless hippies living near residential areas and harrasment of residents. Very poverty stricken, you are more likely too see multiple family's living in a single family house with children not being taken care of. "
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  • Jonathan M.
    "The community feel united and close. The atmosphere is peaceful and an ideal place to live and raise a family. "
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  • Josh K. M.
    "Eureka CA is a friendly little city on the coast I have lived here most of my life but it s not pet friendly it's hard to find a place to live if you have a companion animall. "
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  • Kaysi M.
    "there’s not much for kids to do, and there’s a lot of homeless people walking around, they are usually harmless but clearly on drugs or mentally i’ll. over all pretty safe. "
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  • Rebecca L.
    "plenty of interesting places to walk your dogs around here including Sequoia park! there are also a number of streets with sidewalks in the neighborhoods that are convenient to walk dogs."
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  • Egalvezhard
    "Most people who live here love this community. Lots of fresh air, outdoor activities, small city. And easy going lifestyle makes this a nice place to live and retire."
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  • Shannon N.
    "no community events, but they would be a welcomed addition to many it our communities. I hope someone would be willing to start something like that."
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  • NorCal Fan
    "Every Halloween many neighbors go all out with decorations, there is the truckers Christmas parade with many trucks decorated with lights, the rhododendron parade. Many small town type events. "
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  • Adam B.
    "Broadway is a very busy street and should take caution crossing Lots of homeless people and drug use"
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  • Adam K.
    "Being close to a cidery and a brewery taproom is a nice touch. Other than that, I don’t care too much for anything that appears to happen around here. "
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  • Chrismaloy1973
    "Easy. Never traffic. Peaceful with a beautiful view of the bay and ocean with the forest view to the east. Nothing better. "
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  • Chrismaloy1973
    "Best neighborhood ever. This is the only hill in all of Humboldt County, CA free of homeless and riff raff. "
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  • Jeffkng752
    "10 minutes no traffic. Pretty much 10 minutes to get anywhere in eureka all day everyday. Their is no rush hour traffic here."
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  • Jojomarks518
    "the dog park is a wonderful place for people to bring their dogs. people are respectful and nice when it comes to other people's dogs as well. "
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  • Westyorkshiregal
    "The architecture is very unique and the trees in the neighbourhood are beautiful. A good town to own a dog and if you enjoy walking and hiking "
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  • Audrey C.
    "neighborhood nice. people keep up their property. quiet streets. friendly neighbors. easy access to stores, highway 101 "
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  • Ron
    "Excellent weather, great natural beauty nearby. Safe and clean neighborhood as far as Eureka goes. Sequoia park is nice."
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  • Marlene W.
    "I just moved to this neighborhood from another part of the city, which was by the high school. Now I’m by a baseball park. "
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  • Frank D.
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 8 yrs some people say it’s a bad part of town but I think it’s nice but then again I’m from L.A."
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  • Linda C.
    "Quiet, clean family oriented. No crime. Lovely"
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Market trends in Eureka

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$434K
$3.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$281
$6MoM
Available listings
167
11MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$491K
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-2.1%)
Since last year
Increased$72K (+17%)
Since last sale
Increased$291K (+145.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +148% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$491K
August 2026$501K
July 2026$504K
June 2026$507K
May 2026$534K
April 2026$544K
March 2026$422K
February 2026$408K
January 2026$392K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
915 G St, Eureka, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$495,000
07/09/26
3
2
1,572
918 J St, Eureka, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$525,000
11/04/25
4
2
2,440
239 14th St, Eureka, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$422,500
04/23/26
3
2
2,013
821 D St, Eureka, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$362,900
07/02/26
3
4
2,932
1124 L St, Eureka, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$650,000
09/20/26
4
3
2,162
1313 B St, Eureka, CA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$290,000
01/23/26
3
2
1,889
1316 K St, Eureka, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$500,000
03/17/26
4
2
1,846
514 15th St, Eureka, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$475,000
08/24/26
3
2
1,834
715 B St, Eureka, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$309,000
01/05/26
5
2
2,018
1319 F St, Eureka, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$340,000
05/14/26
3
1
1,374

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
918 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.04
$505,100
4
2
2,440
Off Market
926 & 936 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.05
$572,700
4
2
1,645
Off Market
917 I St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.04
$535,000
5
3
2,888
Recently Sold
823 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.04
$547,400
3
2
1,815
Off Market
809 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.04
$576,100
8
5
3,363
Off Market
1001/1009 I St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.08
$682,400
5
4
4,700
Off Market
940 I St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.08
$338,900
2
1
1,239
Off Market
805 I St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.04
$314,900
2
1
1,050
Off Market
825 K St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.09
$438,200
3
2
1,554
Off Market
805 H St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.09
$509,700
2
1
1,353
Off Market
1102 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
0.14
$706,200
5
0.5
2,867
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 16, 2026
Source: HBMLS #272079
PriceChange
$495,000
Price decreased by 5%
Sep 14, 2026
Source: HBMLS #272079
PendingToActive
$519,000
Sep 8, 2026
Source: HBMLS #272079
Pending
$519,000
Sep 4, 2026
Source: HBMLS #272079
PendingToActive
$519,000
Aug 17, 2026
Source: HBMLS #272079
Pending
$519,000

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Frequently asked questions about 838 J St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 838 J St?
    Based on a $495,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 838 J St in Eureka, CA is approximately $3,204 (about $2,679 principal & interest, $450 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 838 J St compare to homes in Eureka?
    838 J St in Eureka, CA is listed at $495,000, about 14% above the $434K median sale price in Eureka.
  • What do residents say about Eureka?
    Residents describe Eureka, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Eureka, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 838 J St?
    The closest schools to 838 J St in Eureka, CA are Catherine L. Zane Middle School (rated 4/10), Eureka Senior High School (rated 6/10), Washington Elementary School (rated 6/10).
  • Does 838 J St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 838 J St in Eureka, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 838 J St?
    The lot at 838 J St in Eureka, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).
838 J St, Eureka, CA 95501 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,168 sqft single-family home built in 1932. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by HBMLS on Apr 21, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 272079.