Conveniently located near Downtown Chico and the city’s highways, East Streets is one of the city’s oldest and most enduringly popular neighborhoods. The area is full of older, well-maintained homes, and Bidwell Park sprawls to the north of the community. Plus, the neighborhood is served by highly rated schools and some of the city’s favorite shopping and dining options
The neighborhood is a mix of styles, from 1950s ranch-style houses to early 20th-century colonials, although most homes in the area are at least 70 years old. Mature trees canopy the sidewalks leading around the community and the streets are set in a strict grid pattern, an extension of the downtown streets directly southwest. “The homes there are older, and all have the charm of older homes. It’s not historic though, so people can typically renovate. It’s generally more expensive than other areas,” says Kristin Wilson Ford, a real estate associate with Re/Max of Chico. Without an architectural review board or historic guidelines, homebuyers are free to renovate or upgrade however they'd like. Buyers will spend $400,000 to $620,000 on ranch-style homes or $650,000 to just over $1 million for a colonial home.
Most kids start school at Parkview Elementary School, graded A-minus by Niche. They will go on to Chico Junior High School, which also gets an A-minus from Niche. Chico High School, graded A, is a California Distinguished School and a National Blue Ribbon of Excellence School. “The neighborhood is close to California State University, Chico, which appeals to a lot of people,” says Josh Burns, a real estate agent with Platinum Partners Real Estate. The university attracts students from all over, but it is a convenient option for students who want to attend college close to home. The nearby university also hosts events and brings an influx of business into the city.
Bidwell Park, which borders East Streets, is one of the largest municipal parks in the country and is extremely popular with locals. “People want to be close to Bidwell Park,” says Burns. “There’s so much to do there, and the park is known for its programming.” The park occupies thousands of acres in the center of Chico and can accommodate a variety of activities, from swimming to biking. Kids enjoy the playgrounds, and older visitors enjoy exploring the winding trails. Bidwell Park’s golf course hosts tournaments and events, and a number of youth sports leagues operate out of the park. Local kids enroll in the park's camps and clubs, and adults participate in more challenging group activities like organized hikes.
Downtown Chico, the shopping and dining hub of the city, borders East Streets. Here, residents can find upscale and casual, local and chain options. When dining out, residents are within walking distance of everything from Italian at Grana and South American fare at Lili’s Brazilian Bistro or more kitschy Americana spots like Madison Bear Garden, a city favorite serving classic American dishes and drinks in an atmospheric environment since the 1970s. Residents head to the nearby Safeway when shopping for essentials and explore local stores like Urban Couture and Little Red Hen for more specialty options.
The neighborhood sits just away from state Routes 32 and 99, with entrances to both corridors within a mile of East Streets. Although the neighborhood doesn’t get excess traffic and noise, East Streets isn’t far from Chico’s major thoroughfares. Residents can easily travel around town or begin their journey to farther destinations, like Sacramento, 85 miles south, or San Francisco, 170 miles southwest. A city bus also circulates in the area, providing another transportation option. Some residents might choose to walk to Downtown, as it is within a mile of most parts of the neighborhood.
Kory Hamman
Hamman Real Estate
(530) 479-1627
15 Total Sales
1 in East Streets
$409,000 Price
Mark Reaman
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
(530) 924-3719
28 Total Sales
1 in East Streets
$662,600 Price
Adam Fedeli
Chico Homes
(530) 404-5229
35 Total Sales
1 in East Streets
$571,500 Price
Lisa Bristow
Platinum Partners Real Estate
(530) 767-4066
319 Total Sales
6 in East Streets
$235K - $700K Price Range
Brandi Laffins
Re/Max of Chico
(530) 767-4181
143 Total Sales
3 in East Streets
$333K - $960K Price Range
John Barroso
Parkway Real Estate Co.
(530) 364-5237
255 Total Sales
11 in East Streets
$275K - $685K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Streets | US |
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| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in East Streets, Chico sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in East Streets, Chico over the last 12 months is $515,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$468,000
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Median Sale Price
$515,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$534,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$375,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$404,862
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Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
10
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$338
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Number of Homes
318
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Number of Homes for Sale
5
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Median Year Built
1930
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Months of Supply
6.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,492
Significantly below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,032
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
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Number of Homes for Rent
2
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Median Rent
$1,397
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,495
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Median Condo Rent
$1,300
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Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,300
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Total Population
1,162
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Median Age
32
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Population Density
10 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
11.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$63,229
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$81,931
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High School Graduates
87.6%
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College Graduates
47.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
12.4%
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% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
On par with the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
28''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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Bikeability
Walkability
Transit
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A spacious, suburban neighborhood walking distance from Bidwell Park and downtown.