HIDDEN TREASURE for those who love seclusion and nature! Tucked away on a tiny street off the Esplanade is this adorable cottage with hardwood floors, beautiful wood-burning fireplace (with insert), built-in bookshelves and excellent flow. The spacious kitchen boasts oak cabinets, granite countertops, gas range and updated appliances. Solar tubes add beautiful light. Newly installed ducting is a wonderful added bonus! Each of the three bedrooms give you room to stretch, and the bathroom is alight with a view to the incredible backyard. This backyard is truly amazing. .. adjacent to a greenway and a seasonal creek! Beautifully dotted with redwoods, maple, cedar, fruit trees. .. Indian Peaches, Mandarine Oranges, Nectarine and more. (The former owner was a birdwatcher and chose this property specially because of its delightful habitat. ) Sprinklers and drip irrigation make maintenance a breeze. Basil, cucumbers, and tomatoes thrive in the raised garden in back with stone tier and alluvial soil. Covered patio with mist-ers and storage shed complete this natural oasis. This property is your own private retreat. .. perfect for family or entertaining!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$303Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mary Collier•DRE #02075826• Parkway Real Estate Co.
Bought with Troy Peebles•DRE #02086888• Better Homes Realty
This stunning home tucked away on a private cul-de-sac offers privacy, a large secluded backyard, and all the bells and whistles that make your heart sing. This is the perfect spot for entertaining! It offers a large remodeled kitchen with granite counters, newer cabinets and appliances, and easy access to a lovely patio for all of your BBQ’s. It has central HVAC, newer hot water heater, original hardwood floors throughout, crown moulding, and a lovely wood burning stove to cuddle up next to in the winter months. You will also delight in the front and back yard automatic sprinklers and the delicious peach and mandarin trees. Come today to view your new home!
Public Records
Feb 17, 2006
Sold
$309,000
$220/sq ft
CRMLS #CH200600018
Feb 17, 2006
Sold
$308,500
$220/sq ft
Jan 3, 2006
Listed
$309,500
$220/sq ft
MUST SEE. FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE. HARDWOOD FLOORS SPARKLE. GREAT "CUL-DE-SAC" SETTING. BACK FENCE ON LINDO CHANNEL. VERY SPACIOUS LIVING AREA PLUS BONUS. AREA IN KIT. VINYL, DUAL PANE WINDOWS, HUNTER DOUGLAS BLINDS IN LR/DINING/KIT. SQFT FROM COUNTY RECORDS. PEST & SEPTIC CLEARANCE PROVIDED. SHED & HYDROPHONIC GREEN HOUSE HAVE ELEC. & PHONE. NEWER ROOF & KIT RANGE. FIRE WOOD STAYS. FOR SHOWING:KNOCK & USE LOCKBOX. SELLER OCCASSIONALLY HOME IN EVENING, NO PHONE.
Public Records
May 19, 2004
Sold
$255,000
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 5, 1996
Sold
$113,000
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,951 (+2.1%)
$173,188 + $254,370
$427,558
2025
$4,848 (+6.6%)
$173,188 + $254,370
$427,558
2024
$4,546 (+1.2%)
$169,793 + $249,383
$419,176
2023
$4,492 (+1.6%)
$166,464 + $244,494
$410,958
2022
$4,421 (+41.9%)
$163,200 + $239,700
$402,900
2021
$3,115 (+0.3%)
$160,000 + $235,000
$395,000
2020
$3,106 (+1.5%)
$141,450 + $136,398
$277,848
2019
$3,059 (+1.9%)
$140,000 + $135,000
$275,000
2018
$3,003 (+2.1%)
$123,898 + $146,524
$270,422
2017
$2,942 (+9.6%)
$119,088 + $140,835
$259,923
2016
$2,685
$119,088 + $140,835
$259,923
2015
$2,685 (+6.8%)
$116,753 + $138,074
$254,827
2014
$2,513 (−0.7%)
$100,000 + $110,000
$210,000
2013
$2,530 (+5.3%)
$100,000 + $110,000
$210,000
2012
$2,402
$95,000 + $115,000
$210,000
Tax history for 531 Reed Park Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,951 (+2.1%)
$173,188 + $254,370
$427,558
2025
$4,848 (+6.6%)
$173,188 + $254,370
$427,558
2024
$4,546 (+1.2%)
$169,793 + $249,383
$419,176
2023
$4,492 (+1.6%)
$166,464 + $244,494
$410,958
2022
$4,421 (+41.9%)
$163,200 + $239,700
$402,900
2021
$3,115 (+0.3%)
$160,000 + $235,000
$395,000
2020
$3,106 (+1.5%)
$141,450 + $136,398
$277,848
2019
$3,059 (+1.9%)
$140,000 + $135,000
$275,000
2018
$3,003 (+2.1%)
$123,898 + $146,524
$270,422
2017
$2,942 (+9.6%)
$119,088 + $140,835
$259,923
2016
$2,685
$119,088 + $140,835
$259,923
2015
$2,685 (+6.8%)
$116,753 + $138,074
$254,827
2014
$2,513 (−0.7%)
$100,000 + $110,000
$210,000
2013
$2,530 (+5.3%)
$100,000 + $110,000
$210,000
2012
$2,402
$95,000 + $115,000
$210,000
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1953
Sq. Ft.
1,405
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
006140026000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
R1
AC
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.
Zone overlays
Airport, Commercial District
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
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 1
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Granite Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Wood Stove Insert, Masonry
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Granite Counters
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Shed
Construction Materials: Brick, Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 006140026000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
School Information
High School District: Chico Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 39.75165000
Longitude: -121.86048000
Directions: Esplanade to MacDonald Ave, turn right onto Reed Park Drive
Zoning: R1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,405
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Butte County
APN: 006140026000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Washer/dryer
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 3
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 3
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Mary
List Agent Last Name: Collier
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Parkway Real Estate Co.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Troy
Buyer Agent Last Name: Peebles
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Better Homes Realty
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Schools
Emma Wilson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Chico Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Chico High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% 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
35 unhealthy days expected this year, 40 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$405,000 – $490,000
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