Eureka South, Eureka, CA
Is Eureka South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe105
Medium108
Low131
Other600
105 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape15
Child involved87
Assault10
Other3
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible wrong-way driver near 4th Street and Ocean Avenue in Eureka. The vehicle was described as a silver Subaru Forester with Washington registration. | Ocean Ave, Eureka, CA 95501 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched to a medical emergency near Fourth Avenue and C Street involving a 71-year-old woman with chest pain and breathing difficulty. The patient may be outside for responders. | 4th St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS reports a 63-year-old man with apparent alcohol intoxication who was found on the ground and incontinent near Dolbeer Street in Eureka. His vital signs were largely normal, and he was being transported to a local hospital with an advanced life support crew. | Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop involving a yellow vehicle near Walnut Drive and Redwood Street in Cutten. A driver’s records check was completed and the unit cleared with no report taken. | Redwood St & Walnut Dr, Cutten, CA 95503 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 30-year-old male from a correctional facility is reported near Dolbeer Street. The individual experienced loss of consciousness and injury near the left eye, with complaints of head, neck, and back pain and lower extremity sensation loss. Transport with advanced life support is en route with an ETA of about 4 minutes. | Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, city ambulance and a fire truck were dispatched to provide medical aid for a reportedly unresponsive 30-year-old man at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility near 5th Street in Eureka. | 4th St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic includes a traffic stop near Broadway and Washington involving a silver Mercedes with an apparently expired temporary Kansas registration. Later, medical units are dispatched to the Humboldt County Correctional Facility on 5th Street for a report of an unresponsive adult male inmate. | Broadway St & W Washington St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are responding to a patient near Dolbeer Street in Eureka with a chronic painful condition and vomiting, treated with intravenous medication, with an estimated arrival time of about three minutes. | Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that an unknown person or people may have entered a fireplace area at or near Humboldt and Trinity streets in Eureka and expressed concern about possible danger. | Trinity St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a man, described as the registered owner of a recently towed white SUV, at a location near 5th Street and Commercial Street in Eureka, allegedly attempting to fight staff. No weapons were reported seen. | Commercial St & W 5th St, Eureka, CA 95501 | Assault Report |
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Median Home Price
$459,138
Average Rent
$1,941
Vacancy Rate
10.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Eureka South is a coastal suburban neighborhood in Eureka, California, featuring mostly small to medium single-family homes and apartments. Many residences are historic, built before 1939 or between 1970 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a higher vacancy rate of 10.2%, indicating some empty homes or apartments. It has a unique nautical character with a seaside and shipping atmosphere.
CoastalSuburbanHistoric HomesHigh Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Short Commutes | 44.8% commute under 15 minutes |
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Housing market and real estate character
Eureka South's housing consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters. Many homes are historic, built before 1939 or between 1970 and 1999.
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1939 and between 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences are older, offering a unique historic feel.
Higher vacancy rate may mean some empty homes or apartments.
Families & Lifestyle
Eureka South has a diverse occupational mix and a notable concentration of divorcees. The neighborhood's nautical setting offers a unique coastal lifestyle.
Occupations — 36.3% work in executive, management, and professional roles; 29.9% in sales and service; 20.3% in manufacturing and labor; 10.8% in clerical and tech support.
| Divorcee Concentration | Higher than 96.8% of U.S. neighborhoods |
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Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| English Speakers | 74.5% of households |
| Spanish Speakers | 16.8% of households |
| Foreign Born | 14.0% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican (20.8%), German (14.8%), English (14.4%), Italian (10.3%), Irish (9.6%) |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with many driving alone or carpooling. Walking to work is also common.
Eureka South offers convenient access to work with a high share of short commutes and multiple transportation modes.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Access — Most residents drive alone, but carpooling and walking are also common.
| Under 15 Minute Commute | 44.8% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 67.7% |
| Carpool | 16.2% |
| Walk to Work | 5.9% |
Homes for sale near 95501
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Eureka South?
The median home price is $459,138, less expensive than 86.3% of California neighborhoods.
What is the average rent?
Average rent is $1,941, lower than 91.5% of California neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
Vacancy rate is 10.2%, higher than 64.0% of U.S. neighborhoods.