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.
Adam Fedeli
Chico Homes
(530) 404-5229
32 Total Sales
1 in East Streets
$571,500 Price
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
29 Total Sales
1 in East Streets
$662,600 Price
Lisa Bristow
Platinum Partners Real Estate
(530) 767-4066
323 Total Sales
6 in East Streets
$235K - $700K Price Range
John Barroso
Parkway Real Estate Co.
(530) 364-5237
263 Total Sales
11 in East Streets
$275K - $685K Price Range
Alisha Simpkins
Keller Williams Realty Chico Area
(530) 767-3460
272 Total Sales
8 in East Streets
$235K - $599K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Streets | US |
|---|---|---|
| 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 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in East Streets, Chico over the last 12 months is $475,000, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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A spacious, suburban neighborhood walking distance from Bidwell Park and downtown.