Revitalized 1940’s farmhouse! If you're a fan of Chip and Joanna Gains- you will FALL IN LOVE this STUNNINGLY remodeled country home. Located within the quiet town of Richvale, around the corner from the elementary school, local cafe, minutes from Griddley, 10 minutes from Durham and about 25 minutes from Chico! The home sits on a corner lot surrounded by established trees, with new sod in the front and a picturesque white picket fence. EVERYTHING has been updated inside, from the timeless gray-toned laminate wood floors flowing throughout, fresh neutral paint, baseboards, top of the line light fixtures with Edison light bulbs, new ceiling fans, doors and dual-pane windows with blinds. There is a formal entry/ front living room, leading to a SECOND living room option. Down the hall are FOUR bedrooms & TWO FULL bathrooms (including the master). The master bedroom has a MASSIVE walk-in closet with built-ins, a French door to a private deck, and a dual vanity ensuite with a beautiful custom tiled walk-in shower. Through the front dining area is a SWOON worthy kitchen showcasing white slow-close cabinetry with chrome hardware, Quartz countertops, beautiful subway tiled backsplash, stainless apron sink, gas oven/stove with hood and a walk-in pantry! There is a half bathroom leading to the mud/laundry room with matching Quartz countertops and plenty of additional storage. Outback is a second raised deck overlooking the fully cross fenced yard with RV access and a detached covered carport. The attention to detail within this home is impeccable Come see what this beautiful home and town has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Alisha Simpkins•DRE #01772692• Keller Williams Realty Chico Area
Bought with Jared Smith•DRE #02121053• Power West Properties
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Market trends in 95974, CA
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
109.0%
+9.0% MoM
Median sale price
$182K
$168K MoM
Avg. days on market
6d
27 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 1253 Rice Ave
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #SN21088015
Aug 25, 2021
Sold
$440,000
$271/sq ft
Jul 22, 2021
Pending
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May 10, 2021
Listed
$449,000
$276/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 26, 2019
Sold
$163,500
$101/sq ft
CRMLS #CH200534670
Jul 1, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2005
Listed
$259,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 4, 2005
Sold
$179,000
$110/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2002
Sold
$150,000
$92/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 5, 1991
Sold
$26,500
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,088 (+16.8%)
$108,242 + $368,026
$476,268
2024
$5,212 (+94.9%)
$106,120 + $360,810
$466,930
2023
$2,674 (+10.5%)
$104,040 + $353,736
$457,776
2022
$2,420 (+2.2%)
$94,605 + $140,454
$235,059
2021
$2,368 (+36.8%)
$92,750 + $137,700
$230,450
2020
$1,731 (−26.7%)
$90,932 + $135,000
$225,932
2019
$2,362 (+8.4%)
$90,000 + $73,000
$163,000
2018
$2,179 (+5.1%)
$74,968 + $148,692
$223,660
2017
$2,073 (+9.0%)
$55,000 + $140,000
$195,000
2016
$1,903 (+7.6%)
$55,000 + $140,000
$195,000
2015
$1,769 (+3.0%)
$55,000
2014
$1,718 (+3.0%)
$50,000 + $110,000
$160,000
2013
$1,668
$50,000 + $110,000
$160,000
2012
$1,668
$50,000 + $106,000
$156,000
Tax history for 1253 Rice Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,088 (+16.8%)
$108,242 + $368,026
$476,268
2024
$5,212 (+94.9%)
$106,120 + $360,810
$466,930
2023
$2,674 (+10.5%)
$104,040 + $353,736
$457,776
2022
$2,420 (+2.2%)
$94,605 + $140,454
$235,059
2021
$2,368 (+36.8%)
$92,750 + $137,700
$230,450
2020
$1,731 (−26.7%)
$90,932 + $135,000
$225,932
2019
$2,362 (+8.4%)
$90,000 + $73,000
$163,000
2018
$2,179 (+5.1%)
$74,968 + $148,692
$223,660
2017
$2,073 (+9.0%)
$55,000 + $140,000
$195,000
2016
$1,903 (+7.6%)
$55,000 + $140,000
$195,000
2015
$1,769 (+3.0%)
$55,000
2014
$1,718 (+3.0%)
$50,000 + $110,000
$160,000
2013
$1,668
$50,000 + $110,000
$160,000
2012
$1,668
$50,000 + $106,000
$156,000
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,840
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
029134005000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
MDR
Medium Density Residential Zone
The purpose of the MDR zone is to allow for a mixture of housing types in a medium density setting. Permitted housing types in the MDR zones include single-family homes and accessory dwelling units. Non-residential uses conditionally permitted in the MDR zone include public and quasi-public uses, park and recreational facilities, personal services, medical offices and clinics, and general retail. The minimum permitted parcel size in the MDR zone is 6,000 sq ft. The MDR zone implements the Medium Density Residential land use designation in the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Residential alteration
Remodel
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Building archived
Roofing
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Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Carport Detached, Off Street, RV Access/Parking
Has Parking
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range/Stove Hood, Water Line to Refrigerator