Tucked among the pines in the foothill community of Cohasset, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on just over 3 private, usable acres, offering a peaceful place to relax, unwind, and enjoy nature. Take in beautiful valley views from the spacious front porch deck, while inside you’ll find warm wood accents, abundant natural light, a cozy pellet stove, and a comfortable floor plan. The main-level primary bedroom features a large walk-in closet, with two additional bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, including a private balcony off one of the bedrooms overlooking the natural surroundings. Recent improvements include a newer roof and mini-split systems, while outside you’ll find a solar-powered well pump with water storage and an over 800 sq ft shop/garage offering plenty of room for projects, storage, or hobbies. Just 15 minutes from Chico, Cohasset offers a welcoming, close-knit community with a convenient general store, a community center with local events, 4-H activities, and Mountain Music gatherings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
3.21 acresLot Size
$208Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Amy Campbell•DRE #02061098• Keller Williams Realty Chico Area
Contact: 5308289559
Bought with Mariah McNeal•DRE #02106631• Platinum Partners Real Estate
Est. $2,620 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 490 Vilas Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #SN26192207
Oct 23, 2026
Sold
$409,000
$208/sq ft
Sep 24, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 3, 2026
Listed
$419,000
$213/sq ft
CRMLS #SN25126286
Aug 27, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 6, 2025
Listed
$450,000
$229/sq ft
CRMLS #SN25006481
May 29, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jan 10, 2025
Listed
$475,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 3, 2022
Sold
$235,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,327 (+6.3%)
$114,444 + $260,100
$374,544
2024
$4,068 (+1.2%)
$114,444 + $260,100
$374,544
2023
$4,021 (+71.0%)
$112,200 + $255,000
$367,200
2022
$2,351 (+2.0%)
$110,000 + $250,000
$360,000
2021
$2,305 (+0.3%)
$41,838 + $174,264
$216,102
2020
$2,298 (+1.9%)
$41,018 + $170,848
$211,866
2019
$2,255 (+1.9%)
$40,598 + $169,097
$209,695
2018
$2,212 (+2.2%)
$39,802 + $165,782
$205,584
2017
$2,165 (+9.6%)
$38,257 + $159,346
$197,603
2016
$1,975
$38,257 + $159,346
$197,603
2015
$1,974 (+2.5%)
$37,507 + $156,222
$193,729
2014
$1,925 (−1.2%)
$36,221 + $150,862
$187,083
2013
$1,949 (+6.2%)
$36,221 + $150,862
$187,083
2012
$1,835
$36,058 + $150,181
$186,239
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.35 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,968
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
056140046000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
FR-5
Foothill Residential-5 Zone
The purpose of the FR zone is to allow for the appropriate development of large-lot single-family home, small farmsteads, and related uses in the foothill areas of the county. Standards for the FR zone are intended to ensure that the development of homes respond sensitively to the foothill setting. Permitted residential uses in the FR zones include a single-family home, small residential care home, and an accessory dwelling unit. The FR zone also conditionally permits non-residential uses compatible with a low-density rural setting, including public and quasi-public uses, mining, animal services, hunting and fishing clubs, nurseries, and commercial stables. Animal grazing, crop cultivation, private stables, on-site agricultural product sales, and other similar agricultural activities are permitted uses in the FR zone. The minimum permitted parcel size in the FR zone ranges from 1 acre to 40 acres. The FR zone implements the Foothill Residential land use designation in the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Housing-Senior
Lodging-Full service
Agriculture-Cropland
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Residential roofing
Roofing
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
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Garage, Driveway - Gravel, RV Covered, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage - Single Door, RV Access/Parking, Workshop, Driveway, Carport Detached, RV Potential
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside, Individual Room, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Water Heater Unit, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Laminate Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Shower in Tub, Main Floor Full Bath
Cooling Information
Ductless
Has Cooling
Room Information
Walk-In Closet, Entry, Laundry, Workshop, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Fireplace Information
Dining Room, Pellet Stove
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Laminated
Heating Information
Ductless, Pellet
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Balcony, Laminate Counters, Ceiling Fan, Pantry, Living Room Deck Attached