Chico, TX Homes for Rent

Chico is a small, close-knit community with fewer than 1,000 people in rural Wise County. This agricultural town is situated between Decatur and Lake Bridgeport and is historically known for growing peanuts, cotton and cantaloupes. The area features a mix of older 20th-century homes, including traditional and ranch-style houses, many of which sit on large lots ranging from a quarter-acre to an acre. There are also several cabins, cottages and lakefront homes with boat docks around Lake Bridgeport. Recreational amenities such as Wise County Park, Tucker Park, Robinson Park and Jewel Park have many playgrounds and sports facilities. Lake Bridgeport itself spans over 12,000 acres and is a popular spot for boating, swimming and fishing. The highly rated Chico Independent School District offers over 600 students a four-day school week and a college career and military readiness program. While retail is relatively limited, there are a few small businesses along the main highway, such as Chico Florist & Gift Shop, Wiley Hardware & Supply, Julio's Mexican Restaurant and Perry's Diner. More extensive dining options can be found in Bridgeport and Decatur nearby. Major highways like Texas State Highway 101 and U.S. Route 287 provide access to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, with both Fort Worth and the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport being more than 50 miles away.