This amazing mid-century modern home sits on just under an acre and provides unparalleled views that will simply take your breath away! Nestled in the foothills above Lake Oroville this home is surrounded by peace and quiet and yet is just minutes from town. Come enjoy the custom touches of the open-concept living accentuating the style and grandeur of the era yet with modern updates added to appeal to today's homeowner. You can enjoy spending your days lounging on the sweeping wrap-around porch that provides a gorgeous view from any angle or take a private moment on the balcony off the master bedroom. Additional features include stainless steel appliances, built-in coffee nook or wet bar, custom designed tile and wood flooring, bathroom updates, a large screened porch with ceiling fans, custom rolling shutters, in-ground pool, tons of built-in storage in the garage with an epoxy floor finish and a newer heating and air conditioning system. There's much more for you to see so call your favorite local Realtor today and make an appointment for a private tour!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
0.89 acresLot Size
$245Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Laura Willman•DRE #01931088• Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with John Lawrence•DRE #01870759• Chico Area Realty
This amazing mid-century modern home sits on just under an acre and provides unparalleled views that will simply take your breath away! Nestled in the foothills above Lake Oroville this home is surrounded by peace and quiet and yet is just minutes from town. Come enjoy the custom touches of the open-concept living accentuating the style and grandeur of the era yet with modern updates added to appeal to today's homeowner. You can enjoy spending your days lounging on the sweeping wrap-around porch that provides a gorgeous view from any angle or take a private moment on the balcony off the master bedroom. Additional features include stainless steel appliances, built-in coffee nook or wet bar, custom designed tile and wood flooring, bathroom updates, a large screened porch with ceiling fans, custom rolling shutters, in-ground pool, tons of built-in storage in the garage with an epoxy floor finish and a newer heating and air conditioning system. There's much more for you to see so call your favorite local Realtor today and make an appointment for a private tour!
CRMLS #PA16159004
Jan 13, 2017
Sold
$305,000
$149/sq ft
Nov 28, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2016
Price Changed
$315,000
$154/sq ft
Jul 21, 2016
Listed
$347,500
$170/sq ft
VIEWS! POOL! PRIVATE! PRICE REDUCTION! This exceptional home boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and nearly 2100 Square feet of living space on . 89 acres with built in pool AND phenomenal views! Some of the many wonderful features of this delightful home include custom designed tile and laminate throughout, kitchen with custom tile counters, newer appliances and ample cabinets for storage. Wonderful home for entertaining boasting a wet bar & fireplace in family room, lovely formal dining room, slider opens to wrap around deck including a screened porch. Large windows fronting the home to enjoy the views and sunset complimented with custom rolling shutters to keep the heat out (a must see). Marble window sills, whole house fan, Low flush toilets in master and guest baths, RV pad with electric and water, raised garden beds you always wanted, garage with built in cabinets and work benches to die for, built in pool (fenced), 2 water features/fountains, under house storage, under deck storage, paved driveway, auto sprinklers, GIANT yard, PRIVATE! Did I mention the VIEW? This is a must see home. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker MLS.
CRMLS #CH16084337
Jul 18, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2016
Listed
$349,000
$171/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 20, 1997
Sold
$162,500
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,660 (+1.1%)
$64,390 + $96,587
$160,977
2024
$1,642 (+1.4%)
$63,128 + $94,694
$157,822
2023
$1,619 (+3.5%)
$61,891 + $92,838
$154,729
2022
$1,564 (+2.0%)
$60,678 + $91,018
$151,696
2021
$1,534
$59,489 + $89,234
$148,723
2020
$1,534 (−56.4%)
$58,323 + $87,485
$145,808
2019
$3,517 (+1.2%)
$57,725 + $86,588
$144,313
2018
$3,476 (+37.9%)
$88,434 + $228,888
$317,322
2017
$2,521 (+1.4%)
$42,088 + $185,931
$228,019
2016
$2,486 (+9.0%)
$42,088 + $185,931
$228,019
2015
$2,280 (−1.0%)
$41,263 + $182,286
$223,549
2014
$2,304 (+2.7%)
$39,848 + $176,031
$215,879
2013
$2,245 (+0.9%)
$39,848 + $176,031
$215,879
2012
$2,225
$39,668 + $175,236
$214,904
Tax history for 79 Ridge Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,660 (+1.1%)
$64,390 + $96,587
$160,977
2024
$1,642 (+1.4%)
$63,128 + $94,694
$157,822
2023
$1,619 (+3.5%)
$61,891 + $92,838
$154,729
2022
$1,564 (+2.0%)
$60,678 + $91,018
$151,696
2021
$1,534
$59,489 + $89,234
$148,723
2020
$1,534 (−56.4%)
$58,323 + $87,485
$145,808
2019
$3,517 (+1.2%)
$57,725 + $86,588
$144,313
2018
$3,476 (+37.9%)
$88,434 + $228,888
$317,322
2017
$2,521 (+1.4%)
$42,088 + $185,931
$228,019
2016
$2,486 (+9.0%)
$42,088 + $185,931
$228,019
2015
$2,280 (−1.0%)
$41,263 + $182,286
$223,549
2014
$2,304 (+2.7%)
$39,848 + $176,031
$215,879
2013
$2,245 (+0.9%)
$39,848 + $176,031
$215,879
2012
$2,225
$39,668 + $175,236
$214,904
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
2,043
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
069410069000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
LDR
HD-O
F-O
Low Density Residential Zone
The purpose of the LDR zone is to allow for a mixture of housing types in a low density setting. Standards for the LDR zone are intended to preserve and protect the character of existing neighborhoods. Permitted housing types in the LDR zones include single-family homes and accessory dwelling units. Non-residential uses conditionally permitted in the LDR zone include public and quasi-public uses, park and recreational facilities, personal services, and medical offices and clinics. The minimum permitted parcel size in the LDR zone is 13,500 sq ft. The LDR zone implements the Low Density Residential land use designation in the General Plan.
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Hillside Development Overlay
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Residential solar/pv
Work on a single-family home.
Electrical
Solar
May 6, 2021 • Final
Eh septic
Repair a four-bedroom residential building.
Plumbing
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