
1536 Spruce Ave Chico, CA 95926
Chico Vecino NeighborhoodHighlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Deck
- No HOA
- Chico Junior High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Hiking Trails
About This Home
As of November 2024Located just three blocks from Enloe Hospital & less than a mile from the museums, cafes, & shops of historic downtown Chico, this Chico Charmer beckons you to take a seat on the sweeping front porch & admire the stunning Japanese maple. Step through the door of this lovingly updated 1930s cottage & you will find yourself in a spacious living room with original coved ceilings & updated wide plank hardwood floors. The room flows seamlessly into a dining area & kitchen with natural light pouring in. From the crown moldings & blown glass light fixture to the European style vent hood, the kitchen has been tastefully updated while maintaining the vintage charm of yesteryear. Abundant storage can be found in the laundry room, which leads you into the backyard. Step off the original brick stoop on to the patio, overflowing with flowering perennials, vines, and succulents. Here you will find a BBQ with a permanent gas line for all of your entertaining needs. Back inside, the living room & kitchen flow easily into a hallway that opens to both bedrooms & the charmingly updated bathroom. Each well-sized bedroom has a walk-in closet. As you enter the primary bedroom, you will be greeted by natural light pouring through 4 windows & 2 French doors that beckon you out onto the back deck. Step into the yard, where mature shrubs & trees, a lush green lawn, & a tangle of vines create a peaceful sanctuary with a touch of wild nature. Behind the detached garage (which could potentially be converted to an ADU; buyer to inquire with City), you will find two raised garden beds, planted with herbs, vegetables & wildflowers that attract beneficial pollinators to this sunny corner of the yard. The detached garage includes power, a workbench, storage cabinets, two storage lofts, & shelves. In the past three years, the seller has replaced the roof, upgraded the attic insulation, renovated the bathroom, addressed structural issues in & under the house, repaired all known pest & dry rot issues on the house, installed all new flooring (but preserved the historic tile work in the kitchen & laundry), installed all new light/fan fixtures, painted the entire interior & exterior, replaced several kitchen appliances, completed major tree work, & upgraded the sprinkler systems. The house is hooked up to city sewer, & has an upgraded electrical panel with plenty of room to add solar, HVAC, a car charger, or an ADU. This darling cottage is truly move-in ready…just bring your dreams!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
eXp Realty of California Inc Brokerage Phone: 530-777-1419 License #01919308 Listed on: 05/31/2024

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,868
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 988 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Floor Furnace
- Natural Gas Connected
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 3 / 25
- Assessor Parcel Number 003412022000
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $410,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
Grant Deed | $336,000 | Timios Title A Ca Corp | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Grant Deed | -- | None Available | |
Grant Deed | $170,000 | Mid Valley Title & Escrow Co | |
Trustee Deed | $126,300 | Accommodation |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $70,500 | New Conventional | |
Open | $343,300 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $325,920 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $166,822 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $179,950 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $133,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $41,500 | Stand Alone Second |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
11/15/2024 11/15/24 | Sold | $410,000 | +2.5% | $415 / Sq Ft |
07/12/2024 07/12/24 | For Sale | $399,900 | 0.0% | $405 / Sq Ft |
06/11/2024 06/11/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/31/2024 05/31/24 | For Sale | $399,900 | +19.0% | $405 / Sq Ft |
03/15/2021 03/15/21 | Sold | $336,000 | +5.0% | $340 / Sq Ft |
01/26/2021 01/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
01/20/2021 01/20/21 | For Sale | $320,000 | +88.3% | $324 / Sq Ft |
11/07/2012 11/07/12 | Sold | $169,900 | 0.0% | $172 / Sq Ft |
10/01/2012 10/01/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/06/2012 09/06/12 | Price Changed | $169,900 | -8.1% | $172 / Sq Ft |
07/12/2012 07/12/12 | For Sale | $184,900 | -- | $187 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $3,868 | $356,565 | $169,793 | $186,772 |
2023 | $3,821 | $349,574 | $166,464 | $183,110 |
2022 | $3,759 | $342,720 | $163,200 | $179,520 |
2021 | $2,092 | $193,277 | $96,695 | $96,582 |
2020 | $2,085 | $191,296 | $95,704 | $95,592 |
2019 | $2,046 | $187,546 | $93,828 | $93,718 |
2018 | $2,007 | $183,870 | $91,989 | $91,881 |
2017 | $1,965 | $180,266 | $90,186 | $90,080 |
2016 | $1,792 | $176,732 | $88,418 | $88,314 |
2015 | $1,791 | $174,078 | $87,090 | $86,988 |
2014 | $1,759 | $170,670 | $85,385 | $85,285 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Steve MCCarthy
eXp Realty of California Inc
(530) 777-1419
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Keith Fickert
Keller Williams Realty Chico Area
(530) 514-5000
6 in this area
136 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Sherry Calbert
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
(530) 514-4855
9 in this area
140 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Derrick Sanderson
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(816) 304-0887
1 in this area
40 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2012
Kimberly Nedelkow
RE/MAX
29 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2012
Sandi Bauman
Chico Homes
(530) 864-5407
10 in this area
202 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OR24110465

APN: 003-412-022-000
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