✦ Humboldt County | ±279 Acres | Arcata, CA Greenhouse Facility

Vali Nemetz
Co-Founder | Broker
CalDRE #02133568
661.599.3672
vali@legacyandlandgroup.com

JoAnn Wall
Co-Founder | Broker
CalDRE #02030465
805.591.0577
joann@legacyandlandgroup.com
Property Description
Legacy & Land Group is pleased to offer a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, large-scale greenhouse operation in Arcata, California. Formerly operated by a major producer in the cut-flower industry, the Arcata Upper Bay Greenhouses encompass approximately 1,736,923± sq. ft. under roof across 172.54± gross acres.
In addition to the extensive greenhouse space, the property includes 942,521± sq. ft. of support buildings and residential structures—ideal for processing, storage, administration, and on-site housing for staff or management. The breadth of existing infrastructure allows for a true turnkey transition into a wide range of agricultural or horticultural uses, while also offering meaningful potential for future expansion or redevelopment.
Property Details:
Water District: City of Arcata
Addresses: 3160 Upper Bay Rd & 1780 27th St, Arcata, CA 95521
APNs: 507-162-013, 507-203-056, 507-162-014, 507-181-016
Jurisdiction: Humboldt County
Zoning: Agriculture Exclusive – 60 Acre Minimum (AE-60/F)
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Location Description
Situated in the fertile Arcata region of Humboldt County, this property benefits from exceptional agricultural conditions. The area’s coastal climate—characterized by moderate temperatures, consistent moisture, and minimal extremes—creates an ideal environment for greenhouse and field-grown crops.
The soils on site are predominantly Class I (21%) and Class II (74.6%), with smaller portions of Class V (3%) and Class VI (1.3%), offering excellent versatility for diverse agricultural operations. The combination of high-quality soils, reliable municipal water, and a proven horticultural microclimate has historically supported bulb flower production and seasonal field crops, making this location an outstanding choice for continued agricultural development.