Great downtown Chico Charmer that offers two living spaces! Live in the main house and rent the studio or rent both units as an investment. This light and bright home has so much character and is centrally located close to downtown. Main house features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 829 square feet, hardwood floors, newer dual pane windows, newer floor furnace, remodeled kitchen, newer roof and large deck that is perfect for entertaining. The 250 square foot studio offers a kitchen, laundry space, alley access and private parking. The property is cross fenced to create privacy between both living spaces, has RV hookups, public sewer, includes a large storage shed and mature landscaping that only downtown Chico can provide.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,663 sq ftLot Size
$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jon Baird•DRE #01936985• Parkway Real Estate Co.
Bought with Jon Baird•DRE #01936985• Parkway Real Estate Co.
2 HOMES ON 1 LOT! *AND Both homes can be sold completely FURNISHED.* Main house is a 2 bed/1 bath. The back house is a stand alone studio home which rents for $700/month. Each home has it's own kitchen and laundry room. There is also RV parking with sewer clean out. Rent the RV space? The main house is beautifully renovated with stunning hardwood floors, new tile flooring in the kitchen, new appliances, new cabinets, new windows, new doors, new insulation, ceiling fans throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, new floor furnace, new gutters, and more! The stylish French doors from the living room lead you to the newer back deck and perfectly manicured yard. The modernized kitchen is fit for any chef with its mosaic-styled back splash, plenty of counter space, a window that brings in just the right amount of sun. You will love the beautiful, rustic barn door that leads you into the laundry/pantry area. Additional amenities include alley access, a storage shed, and spa. Separated with its own entrance, the back studio unit is a perfect guest house and rents for $700/month. Studio has its own laundry area, kitchen, and full bathroom. The opportunity to own this home cannot be missed.
CRMLS #SN18291289
Feb 19, 2019
Sold
$349,000
$323/sq ft
Jan 29, 2019
Pending
—
Jan 16, 2019
Price Changed
$349,000
$323/sq ft
Dec 26, 2018
Price Changed
$359,000
$333/sq ft
Dec 14, 2018
Listed
$389,000
$361/sq ft
Dec 14, 2018
Listed
$349,000
$323/sq ft
CRMLS #CH200704963
Sep 9, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2007
Listed
$249,900
$232/sq ft
CRMLS #CH200533626
Mar 31, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Sep 8, 2005
Listed
$269,900
$250/sq ft
Public Records
May 19, 2000
Sold
$89,000
$82/sq ft
Public Records
May 29, 1998
Sold
$59,500
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,198 (+2.4%)
$238,134 + $205,661
$443,795
2025
$5,078 (+6.8%)
$238,134 + $205,661
$443,795
2024
$4,754 (+1.2%)
$233,465 + $201,629
$435,094
2023
$4,698 (+13.7%)
$228,888 + $197,676
$426,564
2022
$4,133 (+2.0%)
$224,400 + $193,800
$418,200
2021
$4,051 (+0.2%)
$136,652 + $230,207
$366,859
2020
$4,042 (+186.3%)
$133,973 + $225,694
$359,667
2019
$1,412 (+1.9%)
$132,600 + $223,380
$355,980
2018
$1,385 (+2.3%)
$61,993 + $59,925
$121,918
2017
$1,354 (+9.3%)
$59,587 + $57,599
$117,186
2016
$1,238
$59,587 + $57,599
$117,186
2015
$1,237 (+2.0%)
$58,419 + $56,470
$114,889
2014
$1,213 (−1.1%)
$56,415 + $54,533
$110,948
2013
$1,226 (+6.8%)
$56,415 + $54,533
$110,948
2012
$1,148
$56,161 + $54,287
$110,448
Tax history for 1826 Locust St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,198 (+2.4%)
$238,134 + $205,661
$443,795
2025
$5,078 (+6.8%)
$238,134 + $205,661
$443,795
2024
$4,754 (+1.2%)
$233,465 + $201,629
$435,094
2023
$4,698 (+13.7%)
$228,888 + $197,676
$426,564
2022
$4,133 (+2.0%)
$224,400 + $193,800
$418,200
2021
$4,051 (+0.2%)
$136,652 + $230,207
$366,859
2020
$4,042 (+186.3%)
$133,973 + $225,694
$359,667
2019
$1,412 (+1.9%)
$132,600 + $223,380
$355,980
2018
$1,385 (+2.3%)
$61,993 + $59,925
$121,918
2017
$1,354 (+9.3%)
$59,587 + $57,599
$117,186
2016
$1,238
$59,587 + $57,599
$117,186
2015
$1,237 (+2.0%)
$58,419 + $56,470
$114,889
2014
$1,213 (−1.1%)
$56,415 + $54,533
$110,948
2013
$1,226 (+6.8%)
$56,415 + $54,533
$110,948
2012
$1,148
$56,161 + $54,287
$110,448
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
829
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
005235004000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
R1
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
Feb 12, 2019 • Final
Residential repair
Remove and replace windows and a French door.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 1
Guest, Off Street
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Range
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Shower in Tub
Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Laundry
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Floor Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan, Pantry
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Spa Features: Above Ground
Has Spa
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Other Structures: Guest House Detached, Shed
Fencing: Excellent Condition, Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Wood
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wood
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Total # of Units: 2
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Estimated
Parcel Number: 005235004000
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
School Information
High School District: Chico Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 39.72077000
Longitude: -121.82426700
Directions: Take Locust St
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Zoning: C2
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 829
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Butte County
APN: 005235004000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 60
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 60
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Jon
List Agent Last Name: Baird
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Parkway Real Estate Co.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jon
Buyer Agent Last Name: Baird
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Parkway Real Estate Co.
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Schools
Chapman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Chico High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
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Climate risks
6/10 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, 15 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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Estimated sale price
$389,000 – $470,000
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