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Listed by John Barroso •DRE #01434090 • Parkway Real Estate Co.

Contact: 530-570-8489

For sale

$399,000

Est. $2,669/mo —

•

1,876

sq ft

1040 Normal Ave, Chico, CA 95928

About this home

Discover a fantastic opportunity in Chico’s sought-after Barber District! Full of character and potential, this charming two-story duplex offers 1,876 square feet of living space and endless possibilities for homeowners and investors. Live in one unit while renting out the other, add to your investment portfolio, or bring your own vision to life! Each unit features 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom upstairs, a convenient half bath downstairs, hardwood flooring, updated windows, and indoor laundry. Adding to the appeal, each residence enjoys its own private backyard, detached one-car garage with alley access, and separate gas and electric meters, providing added convenience and independence for both occupants. Located just blocks from Downtown Chico, Chico State University, local restaurants, shopping, the Farmers Market, and beautiful Bidwell Park, this property puts some of Chico’s favorite destinations right at your fingertips. Whether you're looking for a smart investment, an opportunity to offset your mortgage with rental income, or a property to make your own, this Barber District duplex is full of possibilities!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1959Year Built

5,663 sq ftLot Size

$213Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listing updated: Nov 3, 2026 at 02:33pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:CRMLS #SN26236574

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$2,669 per month

Principal and interest$2,151

Property taxes

$416

HOA dues

Home insurance

$103

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Chapman Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

2/10

Chico Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

7/10

Chico High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

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About

Barber

Barber, located between Downtown Chico and the Chico Municipal Airport, is a historic and industrial Chico neighborhood with railroad-era streetscapes and working-shop energy. The character concentrates along Park Avenue near 20th Street, where taquerias, auto bays, and small storefronts line a fast-moving corridor. Low-slung bungalows and modest cottages sit beside light-industrial lots, giving blocks a practical, lived-in texture. The Chico Branch Library anchors a civic note, while nearby Bidwell Park adds a green counterpoint for walks and rides. Murals and hand-painted signs hint at local makers and long-running businesses. The grid layout keeps routes straightforward from neighborhood blocks to downtown streets.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Double-pane windows

Bedrooms
All bedrooms are upstairs

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
Shower-in-tub

Kitchen
Refrigerator, electric range, electric oven
Breakfast nook
Corian counters

Laundry & utility
Inside laundry room
Washer and dryer included

Flooring
Vinyl, carpet, and wood flooring

Heating & cooling
Wall heater
Wall/window cooling

Sale and tax history for 1040 Normal Ave

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #SN26236574

Nov 3, 2026

Listed

$399,000

$213/sq ft

RENTALBEAST #1

Feb 22, 2026

Rental Removed

$1,295

$1/sq ft

Feb 13, 2026

Listed for Rent

$1,295

$1/sq ft

CRMLS #SN25058859

May 1, 2025

Sold

$399,000

$213/sq ft

Mar 25, 2025

Pending

—

Mar 18, 2025

Listed

$399,000

$213/sq ft

This charming 2-story, 1,876 SQFT duplex in the heart of the Barber District presents a fantastic opportunity for renovation, investment, or both! Featuring hardwood floors, updated windows, a wall furnace & A/C, and convenient indoor laundry, this property is designed for comfort and practicality. Each unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath upstairs, and a half bath downstairs. The exterior includes a small back patio and a garage/storage area for added convenience. Just a few blocks from Downtown Chico, Chico State University, shopping, dining, the Farmers Market, and Bidwell Park, this location makes for a highly desirable rental option. Don’t miss out on this incredible investment opportunity!

Public Records

Oct 27, 1994

Sold

$92,000

$49/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,760 (+117.9%)

$173,400 + $233,580

$406,980

2025

$2,184 (+7.4%)

$173,400 + $233,580

$406,980

2024

$2,033 (+1.2%)

$75,569 + $109,167

$184,736

2023

$2,010 (+1.5%)

$74,088 + $107,027

$181,115

2022

$1,980 (+2.1%)

$72,636 + $104,929

$177,565

2021

$1,939 (+0.1%)

$71,212 + $102,872

$174,084

2020

$1,936 (+1.7%)

$69,816 + $100,855

$170,671

2019

$1,904 (+1.9%)

$69,101 + $99,821

$168,922

2018

$1,868 (+2.3%)

$67,747 + $97,864

$165,611

2017

$1,827 (+9.4%)

$65,117 + $94,065

$159,182

2016

$1,670

$65,117 + $94,065

$159,182

2015

$1,669 (+2.1%)

$63,841 + $92,221

$156,062

2014

$1,634 (−1.3%)

$61,652 + $89,057

$150,709

2013

$1,656 (+6.7%)

$61,652 + $89,057

$150,709

2012

$1,552

$61,374 + $88,655

$150,029

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1959

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,876

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,876

Year built

1959

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Butte County

APN

005095006000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

Low Density Residential District

The R1 zoning district is applied to areas appropriate for traditional neighborhoods consisting of attached or detached single-family housing units. Permitted densities range from a minimum of 2.1 to a maximum of 7 units per acre. The R1 zoning district is primarily intended to implement the Low Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Livestock production
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Housing-Mobile home park

Climate risks

8/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

5/10 Fire Factor

6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 105° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

10/10 Air Factor

37 unhealthy days expected this year, 41 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Chico, CA • 95928

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Sun exposure

80/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.4 hrs

5.2 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 1040 Normal Ave

$398,740

$260 under list price of $399K

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