$417,500
SOLD JUN 9, 2025

462 Watson Rd Chester, CA 96020

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,746 Sq Ft
0.32 Acres

Recently Sold

$239 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

87 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Lake
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Fishing
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Hiking Trails

About This Home

As of June 2025

Nestled in the charming town of Chester, CA, this spacious 1,750 sq ft home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and laundry room, this home provides ample living space with separate living and family rooms. The open kitchen, complete with an island, is perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. The three-car garage provides plenty of space for your vehicles, and there's additional parking for your RV or boat.
With a generator hookup and transfer breakers, you’ll enjoy peace of mind during winter storms, ensuring you're never without power. The back deck and storage building offer a perfect spot for outdoor relaxation and keeping yard tools organized.
Located just moments from Lake Almanor, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy year-round recreation, including spring and summer boating, fishing, and watersports. In the fall and winter, you'll have immediate access to prime hunting for deer, duck, geese, and more. Plus, Lassen National Park's south entrance is only a 30-minute drive away, offering endless hiking and natural beauty.
Come to Chester and immerse yourself in a lifestyle of Four Seasons Recreation – where adventure meets relaxation in every season! Owner is a Licensed Realtor.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Richards

Century 21 Select Paradise Brokerage Phone: 530-864-9192 License #00907540 Listed on: 02/16/2025

Century 21 Select Paradise

Last Buyer's Agent

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NONMEMBER MRML

NONMEMBER MRML

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned 7R

HOA Fees

  • $9 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,746 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Center Hall
  • Neighborhood Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Septic Type Unknown

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 118
  • Assessor Parcel Number 100384006000

Community Details

Overview

  • Lake Almanor Forest Owners Assoc Association, Phone Number (530) 250-8383
  • Community Lake
  • Near a National Forest
  • Foothills

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Park
  • Water Sports
  • Horse Trails
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$9 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: 7R
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 100384006000
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1746.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 239.12
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Center Hall, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Walk-In Closet

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Call for Rules
  • Association Fee: 112.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Lake Almanor Forest Owners Assoc
  • Phone: 5302508383
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Blm/National Forest, Fishing, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Horse Trails, Park, Hunting, Watersports
  • Association Management: Lake Almanor Forest Owners Assoc

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13939.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3200

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 13939.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 5.01
  • Tax Lot: 118

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Richards Revocable Inter Vivos Trust and Richards Michael W
Bought by
Sousa Family Living Trust and Sousa
Seller's Agent
Mike Richards
Century 21 Select Paradise
Buyer's Agent
NoEmail NoEmail
NONMEMBER MRML
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$417,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,500
-4.9%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
$416,936

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$564
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.21%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 16, 2025
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Richards Michael W and Richards Christy L
Bought by
Richards Revocable Inter Vivos Trust and Richards
Seller's Agent
Mike Richards
Century 21 Select Paradise
Buyer's Agent
NoEmail NoEmail
NONMEMBER MRML
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$417,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,500
-4.9%
Views
31

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2023
Closed on
Sep 7, 2023
Sold by
Gary E Lanterman Revocable Trust
Bought by
Richards Michael W and Richards Christy L
Seller's Agent
Tanya Miller
COLDWELL BANKER KEHR/O'BRIEN (P)
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Thornton
Chicago Title
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-5.87%
Views
73

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2016
Sold by
Lanterman Gary E
Bought by
Lanterman Gary E and Gary E Lanterman Revocable Tru

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2004
Sold by
Schaeffer General Contractors Inc
Bought by
Lanterman Gary E and Lanterman Roberta L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2003
Sold by
Herman Joseph S and Herman Beverly Jean
Bought by
Schaeffer General Contractors Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $417,500 Cal Sierra Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $385,000 Cal Sierra Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $284,500 Cal Sierra Title Company
Grant Deed $60,000 Cal Sierra Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $30,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Sold $417,500 -0.6% $239 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2025 05/04/25 Price Changed $420,000 -2.1% $241 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Price Changed $429,000 -2.3% $246 / Sq Ft
02/16/2025 02/16/25 For Sale $439,000 +14.0% $251 / Sq Ft
09/12/2023 09/12/23 Sold $385,000 -2.5% $221 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/15/2023 07/15/23 Price Changed $395,000 -3.4% $226 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 For Sale $409,000 -- $234 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $4,529 $392,700 $51,000 $341,700
2023 $4,529 $245,094 $56,682 $188,412
2022 $2,626 $240,289 $55,571 $184,718
2021 $2,460 $228,847 $52,925 $175,922
2020 $2,488 $224,360 $51,887 $172,473
2019 $2,438 $219,961 $50,870 $169,091
2018 $2,204 $203,668 $47,102 $156,566
2017 $2,032 $185,153 $42,820 $142,333
2016 $1,820 $176,337 $40,781 $135,556
2015 $1,769 $171,202 $39,594 $131,608
2014 $1,656 $160,002 $37,004 $122,998
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN25035010

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 100-384-006-000