$419,500
UNDER CONTRACT

1277 Howard Dr Chico, CA 95926

Total Views 1,091
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,075 Sq Ft
$390 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • Marigold Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

The beautifully updated home has been completed with custom artistic designs, quality construction and energy efficiency details that are sure to please your every need. From top to bottom, front to back, no stone has been left unturned. You will be in awe as you step into this refreshingly light filled home that is filled with good energy. It features an open floor plan, vaulted knotty pine ceilings and custom wood work. The dark stained beams draw your eyes upward to the contrasting knotty pine ceilings with recessed lighting and ceiling fan. The warmth of the easy care laminate flooring leads you into the living area with a beautiful fireplace with a custom mantle and tile surround. The kitchen is truly the heart of this home with custom cabinetry with soft close doors and drawers. The large island offers a place for friends and family to sit and gather as you prepare a home cooked meal with your new energy star appliances. You will absolutely love the self cleaning convection oven with Air Fry and remote Wi-Fi start. The spacious bedrooms all have mini-splits for energy efficiency heat and air control as well as ceiling fans, large dual pane windows, mirrored closet doors and closet organizers. The updated bathroom is centrally located and provides all your needs with a new tub/shower combination with a beautiful custom tile surround and new sink and vanity. There is new insulation installed through out the house as well as in the garage that adds to the energy efficiency and noise reduction in the home, The finished garage has batt and board interior with custom wood work to match the interior of the home and beautifully stained concrete floor. This garage is too pretty for a car! Imagine it as an extra living space, play space or MAN CAVE! The front yard is freshly landscaped with colorful perennials providing seasonal color through out the year. The decomposed granite walkways add a touch of artistic design. The beautiful backyard is huge and has a large new concrete patio with an awesome and custom designed patio cover that provides a great space for gathering with friends and family. There is plenty of room for you to plant your organic vegetable garden and fruit trees and a trampoline for the kids, a dog run for Rover or an ADU for additional income. The possibilities are your to choose. Dream on! But don't hesitate to make this house your new home!

Listing Agent

Leslie Depweg

Bidwell Realty Brokerage Phone: 530-828-3846 License #01447638 Listed on: 03/06/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1957 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Redwood Fence
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Backyard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Board and Batten Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,075 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
  • Panel Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas and Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps
  • Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Energy-Efficient Doors
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • High Efficiency Air Conditioning
  • SEER Rated 13-15 Air Conditioning Units
  • High Efficiency Heating System
  • Air Source Heat Pump
  • 220 Volts in Garage
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 76
  • Assessor Parcel Number 015390076000
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1957 | Remodeled

Lot Details

9,148 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 015390076000
  • Year Built: 1957
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: UnderContract

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1075.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Quartz Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps, Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Sliding Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s), Panel Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Family Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 390.23
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Window Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s), Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors, Kitchen Island, Self-Closing Drawers

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Redwood, Excellent Condition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Concrete, Patio Open, Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Board & Batten Siding, Stucco, Drywall Walls

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Dishwasher, Gas & Electric Range
  • Electric: Standard, 220 Volts in Garage, Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump, Ductless, High Efficiency, Wood Stove, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Laundry Features: In Garage, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Seer Rated 13-15, Electric, Heat Pump, Ductless, High Efficiency, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Suburban, Park

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Insulation, Appliances, Doors, HVAC, Water Heater, Windows

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lot 6500-9999, Rectangular Lot, Level, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers Drip System, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Lawn, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9148.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2100

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 9148.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 76

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,144 $289,498 $125,992 $163,506
2024 $3,144 $283,822 $123,522 $160,300
2023 $3,107 $278,257 $121,100 $157,157
2022 $3,056 $272,802 $118,726 $154,076
2021 $2,999 $267,454 $116,399 $151,055
2020 $2,991 $264,713 $115,206 $149,507
2019 $2,936 $259,524 $112,948 $146,576
2018 $2,883 $254,436 $110,734 $143,702
2017 $2,824 $249,448 $108,563 $140,885
2016 $2,215 $210,000 $115,000 $95,000
2015 $2,142 $200,000 $105,000 $95,000
2014 $2,038 $190,000 $100,000 $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/06/2026 03/06/26 For Sale $419,500 +86.4% $390 / Sq Ft
12/23/2025 12/23/25 Sold $225,000 0.0% $209 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/14/2025 09/14/25 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2025 09/09/25 For Sale $225,000 -- $209 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $225,000 Mid Valley Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Bidwell Title & Escrow Co
Grant Deed $200,000 Bidwell Title & Escrow Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Bidwell Title & Escrow Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $311,100 Construction
Previous Owner $199,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN26041762

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 015-390-076-000

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