Seller's Agent in 2025
Brent Silberbauer
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(530) 864-2404
6 in this area
93 Total Sales
256 E 1st Ave Chico, CA 95926
Chico Vecino Neighborhood
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,994
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Multi-Level Bedroom
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Chico Junior High School Rated A-
- Victorian Architecture
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of March 2019This historical Victorian home is located in the heart of Chico and a stones throw away from Chico State, Enloe and Downtown Chico. Make this beautiful home your own or use as an investment property. Rent out a few rooms here or there to cover your mortgage all while having PLENTY of room for your private space. It has been used for both! As a former bed and breakfast, this well-crafted 8 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is now fully leased bringing in an annual gross income of $54,600. This 2900+sq. ft. home still retains the charm and character it was built with. From the front porch overlooking the neighborhood, to it's beautiful double-entry doors, up it's grand wooden staircase to it's rooms with double-hung windows, tall ceilings and transom windows, this home is sure to delight. The updated HVAC units are zoned for upstairs and downstairs and operate very efficiently with The Nest thermostat, keeping the electric bills between $130-$310, even in the hot summer months! There is a HUGE basement that can be used for all the additional storage you may need. The backyard and side yard are fully fenced and they offer plenty of room for outdoor fun and gardening. Possibilities are endless!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
NextHome North Valley Realty License #01939578 Listed on: 01/10/2019
Last Buyer's Agent
Cliff Broman
Simplistic Realty License #00925568
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Chain Link Fence
- New Fence
- Corner Lot
- Private Yard
- Back and Front Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned RP
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Turnkey
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,994 Sq Ft Home
- Partially Furnished
- Built-In Features
- Wainscoting
- High Ceiling
- French Doors
- Entryway
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- Neighborhood Views
- Attic
- Basement
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Multi-Level Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry Located Outside
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 003102015000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2021
Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Broman Clifford G and Broman Kimberly S
Bought by
Diaz Stephen B and Diaz Chelsey E
Seller's Agent
Rachel Copeland
Paradise Homes & Land
Buyer's Agent
Brent Silberbauer
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$699,999
Sold Price
$667,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,999
-4.71%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.41%
Original Mortgage
$500,250
Outstanding Balance
$452,914
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$226,551
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2020
Sold by
Broman Clifford Gerald and Broman Kimberly Sue
Bought by
Broman Clifford G and Broman Kimberly S
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 10, 2019
Closed on
Mar 4, 2019
Sold by
Barker John T and Barker Sarah N
Bought by
Broman Clifford Gerald and Broman Kimberly Sue
Seller's Agent
Kelli Smyth
NextHome North Valley Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cliff Broman
Simplistic Realty
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.87%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2016
Sold by
Barker John T and Barker Sarah N
Bought by
Barker John T and Barker Sarah N
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 26, 2016
Closed on
Oct 11, 2016
Sold by
Goodman Kyle Thomasq
Bought by
Barker John T and Barker Srah N
Seller's Agent
Brent McCarthy
NextHome North Valley Realty
Buyer's Agent
Casey Smyth
NextHome North Valley Realty
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$359,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-0.25%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%
Original Mortgage
$359,000
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 7, 2012
Closed on
Aug 9, 2012
Sold by
Hendriks Geert M and Tokuda Keiko
Bought by
Goodman Kyle Thomas
Seller's Agent
Christelle Grillet-Aubert
Amazon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christelle Grillet-Aubert
Amazon Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.61%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2011
Sold by
Hendriks Geert M
Bought by
Hendriks Geert M and Tokuda Keiko
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
4.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2003
Sold by
Gilbar Richard C and Hendriks Geert M
Bought by
Hendriks Geert M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,750
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 2001
Sold by
Hendriks Geert M and Gilbar Richard C
Bought by
Gilbar Richard C and Hendriks Geert M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 2001
Sold by
Rainwater Charlotte Beth
Bought by
Hendriks Geert Maria
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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 | $667,000 | Bidwell Title & Escrow Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $525,000 | Mid Valley T&E Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $359,000 | Bidwell Title & Escrow Co | |
| Grant Deed | $350,000 | Bidwell Title & Escrow Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Mid Valley Title & Escrow Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $256,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Bidwell Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $500,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $359,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $255,750 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | Price Changed | $649,000 | -3.9% | $217 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | Price Changed | $675,000 | -1.5% | $225 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | Price Changed | $685,000 | -2.1% | $229 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/03/2025 06/03/25 | For Sale | $700,000 | +4.9% | $234 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2021 06/10/21 | Sold | $667,000 | -4.7% | $223 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/10/2021 05/10/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/29/2021 04/29/21 | For Sale | $699,999 | +33.3% | $234 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/08/2019 03/08/19 | Sold | $525,000 | 0.0% | $175 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/06/2019 02/06/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/10/2019 01/10/19 | For Sale | $525,000 | +46.2% | $175 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/14/2016 10/14/16 | Sold | $359,000 | -0.3% | $120 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/26/2016 08/26/16 | For Sale | $359,900 | 0.0% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/23/2016 08/23/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/19/2016 08/19/16 | Price Changed | $359,900 | -2.7% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/02/2016 08/02/16 | For Sale | $369,900 | +5.7% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/20/2012 08/20/12 | Sold | $350,000 | 0.0% | $117 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/01/2012 08/01/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/27/2012 06/27/12 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $117 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,642 | $385,000 | $116,000 | $269,000 |
| 2024 | $3,642 | $329,000 | $99,000 | $230,000 |
| 2023 | $3,893 | $349,000 | $105,000 | $244,000 |
| 2022 | $5,213 | $466,000 | $140,000 | $326,000 |
| 2021 | $4,547 | $406,000 | $122,000 | $284,000 |
| 2020 | $4,502 | $406,000 | $122,000 | $284,000 |
| 2019 | $3,945 | $349,000 | $105,000 | $244,000 |
| 2018 | $3,634 | $328,000 | $89,000 | $239,000 |
| 2017 | $3,880 | $350,000 | $120,000 | $230,000 |
| 2016 | $3,775 | $358,613 | $87,092 | $271,521 |
| 2015 | $3,758 | $351,589 | $85,386 | $266,203 |
| 2014 | $3,034 | $285,000 | $85,000 | $200,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brent Silberbauer
-
Rachel Copeland
Seller's Agent in 2021
Rachel Copeland
Paradise Homes & Land
(530) 762-7206
1 in this area
110 Total Sales
-
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Cliff Broman
Simplistic Realty
-
Kelli Smyth
Seller's Agent in 2019
Kelli Smyth
NextHome North Valley Realty
(530) 864-6810
9 in this area
154 Total Sales
-
Brent McCarthy
Seller's Agent in 2016
Brent McCarthy
NextHome North Valley Realty
(530) 228-1232
4 in this area
134 Total Sales
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Casey Smyth
NextHome North Valley Realty
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SN19009929
APN: 003-102-015-000
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