Eastwood is a neighborhood near Downtown Chico known for its older homes and proximity to Bidwell Park and lots of city restaurants. Homes are situated just off one of Chico’s main thoroughfares. Buyers here will find homes selling well under the city’s median sale price without sacrificing accessibility.
State Route 32 splits outside the neighborhood and becomes East Eighth and East Ninth Streets. Living off one of the city’s main thoroughfares makes it easy to get around town or pick up food from one of the restaurants lining Eighth and Ninth Streets. However, there can be some drawbacks to living off a busy street. “There is definitely some traffic noise,” says Kristin Wilson Ford, a real estate associate with Re/Max of Chico. “There can also be some traffic in the area.”
The neighborhood is a dense, eclectic mix of popular styles from the previous century. “It’s a lot of older houses, but they are in good shape. People are free to renovate them,” says Ford. “Homes are a little more affordable, as they’re significantly cheaper than the rest of the city.” Eastwood homes sell for a median of $295,000, almost half the median $450,000 price of Chico. Bungalows sell between $145,000 and $295,000. Craftsman homes sell from $240,000 to $300,000. Ranches run from $440,000 to $470,000. Many of these homes were built around a century ago but aren’t protected historic properties. Buyers can upgrade their property with modern features.
Downtown Chico and all its restaurants and shops are within a mile of Eastwood. For meals out, residents can choose from a variety of cuisines, from more upscale American fare at 5th Street Steakhouse and Scicilain Cafe to casual Main Street Pizza and Momona. Residents can also grab essentials at Safeway, a mile north of the neighborhood.
While the neighborhood doesn’t have its own park, it isn’t far from city green space. “It’s close to Bidwell and some other parks,” says Josh Burns, a real estate agent with Becky Prater Real Estate. “A lot of people are looking for proximity to the parks.” All Eastwood homes are within a mile of Bidwell Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Across the hundreds of acres of park, visitors will find winding trails, playgrounds, swimming holes and wide open spaces to enjoy Chico’s warm climate.
Neighborhood kids can start school at Parkview Elementary School before advancing to Chico Junior High School, both of which earned an A-minus from Niche. Chico High School, graded A, is a California Distinguished School and a National Blue Ribbon of Excellence School. After graduating, some students might want to stay close to home when continuing their education. California State University — Chico.
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Keith Fickert
Keller Williams Realty Chico Area
(530) 767-4246
142 Total Sales
1 in Eastwood
$375,000 Price
Kelsey Grabin
Re/Max of Chico
(530) 767-3853
174 Total Sales
2 in Eastwood
$305K - $535K Price Range
Becky Prater
Platinum Partners Real Estate
(530) 513-6360
109 Total Sales
4 in Eastwood
$345K - $475K Price Range
Shane Collins
Re/Max of Chico
(530) 767-3408
157 Total Sales
4 in Eastwood
$290K - $400K Price Range
Shari Dixon
Willow & Birch Realty, Inc
(530) 767-4162
181 Total Sales
4 in Eastwood
$286K - $348K Price Range
Steven Depa
Re/Max of Chico
(530) 500-6187
144 Total Sales
3 in Eastwood
$309K - $438K Price Range
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This older neighborhood is new to the city of Chico
This city's center neighborhood puts residents in the center of city activities
East Streets’ location puts residents within walking distance of Chico favorites
This newly annexed neighborhood is near a state highway and many local restaurants
Investment opportunities in this neighborhood just south of Chico State
Walkable charm around Chico’s tree-lined Esplanade
