$620,000
SOLD SEP 2, 2025

1489 Manzanita Ave Chico, CA 95926

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,117 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$199 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

100 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Bidwell Junior High School Rated A-
  • Multi-Level Bedroom
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to 1489 Manzanita Avenue – Your Private Summer Oasis Awaits! Nestled on a lush, beautifully landscaped corner lot at Manzanita and Madrone, this expansive 3,117 sq ft residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and privacy. Just in time for summer, this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bath home—plus an office—is move-in ready and ideal for large families or those who love to entertain. Step through the gates into your own secluded paradise, fully fenced and surrounded by vibrant greenery. Inside, you’ll be greeted by a spacious entryway that flows into a great room, elegant dining area, and a dreamy remodeled kitchen. Designed with both form and function in mind, the kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, a double oven, an oversized pantry, and generous counter space—perfect for both everyday meals and gourmet gatherings. Additional interior highlights include indoor laundry, updated bathrooms, fresh paint throughout, newer flooring in select rooms, and thoughtful touches like ceiling fans and two separate HVAC systems for year-round comfort. Enjoy the benefits of owned solar, and for added convenience, the refrigerator, washer, and dryer are included. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a private balcony with both front and backyard views—your personal escape at the end of each day. But the true magic lies outside. The backyard is a resort-style retreat featuring a saltwater pool with a rock waterfall, grotto, built-in chair, and a separate hot tub. A covered pavilion offers the perfect setting for outdoor dining or hosting guests, while mature fruit trees—cherry, kumquat, plum, peach, mandarin, lemon, and more—add to the property’s charm and functionality. This entertainer’s paradise also boasts two separate driveways, a 2-car garage, and a storage shed. Located within walking distance to Pleasant Valley High School, local parks, and scenic Verbena Fields, this home blends tranquility with convenience. Homes like this rarely hit the market—schedule your private tour today and experience everything 1489 Manzanita Ave has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Fortino

Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 530-518-0912 License #01755778 Listed on: 04/29/2025

Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Paige Tiner

Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 530-518-0912 License #02014854

Last Buyer's Agent

Rhonda Callahan

Boundless Realty Inc License #02162141

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,004

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,117 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Self-Closing Drawers

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Multi-Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Waterfall Pool Feature

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 015510058000
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,004

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Shed, Hot tub, Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 015510058000
  • Year Built: 1981
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 3117.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Price Per Square Foot: 198.91
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Multi-Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Private, Above Ground
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Exhaust Fan(s), Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Drawers, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
  • Pool Features: Private, Gunite, In Ground, Salt Water, Waterfall
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Chico Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Corner Lot, Lawn, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers Drip System, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10890.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2500

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 10890.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 1.02
  • Tax Lot: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2021
Sold by
Bennor Christine S
Bought by
Bennor Christine Susan and Christine Susan Bennor 2021 Re

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2010
Sold by
Mohr Dianne and Mohr Jjon D
Bought by
Bennor Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2004
Sold by
Mohr Jjon D and Mohr Dianne
Bought by
Mohr Jjon D and Mohr Dianne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$262,500
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $250,000 Bidwell Title & Escrow Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity Natl Title Co Of Ca
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $213,395 New Conventional
Closed $130,000 New Conventional
Closed $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $35,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $262,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $35,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $161,750 Unknown
Previous Owner $146,000 Construction
Previous Owner $17,375 Unknown
Previous Owner $109,700 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Sold $620,000 -4.6% $199 / Sq Ft
08/07/2025 08/07/25 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Price Changed $649,900 -2.3% $209 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Price Changed $665,000 -4.3% $213 / Sq Ft
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Price Changed $695,000 -2.7% $223 / Sq Ft
04/29/2025 04/29/25 For Sale $714,000 -- $229 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $4,004 $376,166 $140,922 $235,244
2024 $4,004 $368,791 $138,159 $230,632
2023 $3,955 $361,560 $135,450 $226,110
2022 $3,890 $354,472 $132,795 $221,677
2021 $3,815 $347,523 $130,192 $217,331
2020 $3,804 $343,961 $128,858 $215,103
2019 $3,733 $337,218 $126,332 $210,886
2018 $3,331 $301,195 $123,855 $177,340
2017 $3,262 $295,290 $121,427 $173,863
2016 $2,976 $289,501 $119,047 $170,454
2015 $2,975 $285,153 $117,259 $167,894
2014 $2,902 $279,569 $114,963 $164,606
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN25094094

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 015-510-058-000