$399,999

738 Watson Rd Chester, CA 96020

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,148 Sq Ft
$348 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Greenhouse
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Neighborhood Views
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Private Yard
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

A meticulously maintained home in excellent condition — a rare find! Located in Chester’s Vision Lake neighborhood, this immaculate home has been thoughtfully updated in recent years and is completely move-in ready. The single-level floor plan offers comfortable, easy living and features a cozy living area with a charming brick fireplace and wood stove insert. The well-designed kitchen showcases warm alder cabinetry, granite countertops, and newer appliances. The home includes three bedrooms and two beautifully remodeled bathrooms with custom tile showers. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind and modern convenience, including a tankless water heater, durable vinyl plank flooring, newer windows, a life-extending roof treatment, and heat cables along the eaves to help prevent winter ice dams. A clean 2-car attached garage is complemented by a brand-new 2-car carport and pavered driveway, providing ample covered parking and storage. The serene outdoor spaces make this property truly special. The pavered patio is ideal for entertaining and features a new, sturdy gazebo rated for snow. Lush landscaping surrounds the home, with beautiful maple trees, green lawns, and established perennial plantings to create an inviting, park-like setting. Two very large sheds provide exceptional storage and versatility — one with a reinforced floor rated for parking, perfect for a small vehicle, ATVs, or snowmobiles. A small greenhouse tucked behind the rear shed adds charm and function for gardening enthusiasts. Multiple wood storage areas offer added convenience. A solid wood fence encloses most of the property, and a drive-through gate allows secure parking for RVs, boats, and additional toys. Located less than a mile from schools and all Chester services, and just minutes from the meadow and the shores of Lake Almanor, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, functionality, and location. This is a property where everything has been thoughtfully cared for — and it’s ready for its next owner to enjoy.

Listing Agent

Sadie Benny

CHASE INTERNATIONAL LAKE ALMANOR BROKERS License #01514972 Listed on: 03/27/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1979

Lot Details

  • 13,068 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned 7-R

Parking

  • Garage
  • Attached Carport
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Greenhouse
  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Plumas Unified Elementary And Middle School
  • Plumas Unified High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Phone Available

Community Details

  • Vision Lake Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1979

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: LAB
  • Subdivision Name: Vision Lake
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1979

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Gas Range Connection, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove
  • Basement: None
  • Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Masonry, Stove, Wood Burning Stove
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Landscaping, Lighting, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding, Stick Built
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse, Gazebo, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Gravel, Off Street, Other, RV Access/Parking, Attached Carport, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Elementary School: Plumas Unified
  • High School: Plumas Unified
  • Middle Or Junior School: Plumas Unified

Lot Info

  • Topography: Level
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Zoning: 7-R

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 12

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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 $3,026 $282,602 $44,617 $237,985
2023 $3,026 $256,252 $42,886 $213,366
2022 $2,745 $251,229 $42,046 $209,183
2021 $2,667 $246,304 $41,222 $205,082
2020 $2,724 $243,780 $40,800 $202,980
2019 $2,153 $192,474 $31,212 $161,262
2018 $2,062 $188,700 $30,600 $158,100
2017 $1,460 $131,227 $32,807 $98,420
2016 $1,311 $124,979 $31,245 $93,734
2015 $1,275 $121,339 $30,335 $91,004
2014 $1,194 $113,400 $28,350 $85,050
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/27/2026 03/27/26 For Sale $399,999 +60.6% $348 / Sq Ft
04/30/2019 04/30/19 Sold $249,000 -8.8% $217 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/16/2019 03/16/19 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2019 02/18/19 For Sale $273,000 -- $238 / Sq Ft
Source: Plumas Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $249,000 Cal Sierra Title Company
Grant Deed $185,000 Cal Sierra Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Cal Sierra Title Company
Grant Deed $140,000 Cal-Sierra Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $124,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $137,464 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Plumas Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2600187

Plumas Association of REALTORS®

APN: 100-321-012-000

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