$459,000
SOLD JUL 8, 2025

1495 E 1st Ave Chico, CA 95926

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,502 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$306 Per Sq Ft

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • No HOA
  • Sierra View Elementary School Rated A
  • Granite Countertops
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

As of July 2025

Brimming with character, charm, and all the comforts of home! Perfectly situated in a prime location, this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem places you close to everything—just moments from schools, shopping, convenient access to HWY 99, directly across the street from the peaceful paths of Verbena Fields, and only a short drive to the natural beauty of Bidwell Park. Step inside and be welcomed by stunning hardwood flooring, abundant natural light pouring in through well-placed windows, and a warm, inviting living area that’s just right for cozy evenings or casual entertaining. The open-concept kitchen is a dream come true for any home chef—featuring rich wood cabinetry, sleek granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range with a modern range hood, and an oversized center island with additional storage. The nearby dining area makes hosting dinner parties or casual meals with friends and family effortless. One of the standout features of this home is the truly enchanting sunroom. Whether you're curling up with a favorite book, enjoying a quiet lunch in the shade, or sipping your morning coffee while watching the sunrise, this sun-drenched space will quickly become your favorite retreat. The primary suite offers a peaceful place to unwind, complete with a generous layout and an en suite bath showcasing a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Additional highlights include recessed lighting, ceiling fans throughout, roomy guest bedrooms, an attached 2-car garage, and owned solar for energy efficiency and peace of mind. Step outside into your private backyard oasis—complete with mature trees offering shade, space for gardening, summer barbecues, and a bonus storage shed to keep all your tools and equipment organized. With its unbeatable location and an abundance of thoughtful features, this charming home has everything you’ve been searching for—and more. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Simas

Re/Max of Chico Brokerage Phone: 530-896-9300 License #01996628 Listed on: 06/05/2025

Re/Max of Chico

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Haimbaugh

Keller Williams Realty Chico Area License #02086371

Keller Williams Realty Chico Area

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,502 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 782
  • Assessor Parcel Number 045600002000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Wine refrigerator, kitchen refrigerator, hutch, table and couch in sunroom, microwave in cabinet, outside shed
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 045600002000
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1502.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 305.59
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Sun
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Suburban

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lot 6500-9999
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8712.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 8.00
  • Tax Lot: 782

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Obrien Matthew J and Obrien Jaime Renee
Bought by
Zelinsky Connor
Seller's Agent
Jill Simas
Re/Max of Chico
Buyer's Agent
Megan Haimbaugh
Keller Williams Realty Chico Area
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$459,000
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
$459,949

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$949
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.41%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2015
Closed on
Mar 23, 2015
Sold by
Richardson Gregory E and Richardson Michelle J
Bought by
Brien Matthew J O and Brien Jaime Renee O
Seller's Agent
Alice Zeissler
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Annie Foster
Willow & Birch Realty, Inc
List Price
$298,800
Sold Price
$299,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200
0.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.26%
Original Mortgage
$284,050
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2012
Sold by
Richardson Michelle J
Bought by
Richardson Gregory E and Richardson Michelle J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2005
Sold by
Richardson Gregory
Bought by
Richardson Michelle J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2005
Sold by
Smith Christopher A
Bought by
Richardson Michelle J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2000
Sold by
Smith Laura
Bought by
Smith Christopher A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Interest Rate
7.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1998
Sold by
Leary Steven
Bought by
Leary Marilyn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1998
Sold by
Shields Marilyn
Bought by
Leary Marilyn
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $459,000 Mid Valley Title & Escrow
Grant Deed $299,000 Mid Valley Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity Natl Title Co Of Ca
Grant Deed $285,000 Fidelity Natl Title Co Of Ca
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Bidwell Title & Escrow Compa
Grant Deed $140,000 Bidwell Title & Escrow Compa
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $284,050 New Conventional
Previous Owner $184,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $228,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $133,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Sold $459,000 0.0% $306 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $459,000 0.0% $306 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 For Sale $459,000 +53.5% $306 / Sq Ft
04/02/2015 04/02/15 Sold $299,000 +0.1% $199 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/22/2015 02/22/15 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2015 02/20/15 For Sale $298,800 -- $199 / 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 $3,822 $359,344 $144,218 $215,126
2024 $3,822 $352,299 $141,391 $210,908
2023 $3,775 $345,392 $138,619 $206,773
2022 $3,713 $338,620 $135,901 $202,719
2021 $3,642 $331,982 $133,237 $198,745
2020 $3,631 $328,579 $131,871 $196,708
2019 $3,563 $322,137 $129,286 $192,851
2018 $3,497 $315,821 $126,751 $189,070
2017 $3,424 $309,629 $124,266 $185,363
2016 $3,123 $303,559 $121,830 $181,729
2015 $3,026 $260,000 $105,000 $155,000
2014 $2,694 $260,000 $105,000 $155,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN25126025

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 045-600-002-000