$530,000
SOLD FEB 3, 2025

8 Joy Ln Chico, CA 95926

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,978 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$268 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Sierra View Elementary School Rated A
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of February 2025

Located just steps from the iconic Bidwell Park, this inviting home perfectly combines comfort, charm, and a prime Chico location. Conveniently close to Sierra View School, local coffee shops, In Motion Fitness, and freeway access, it offers a lifestyle of ease and accessibility. Inside, two spacious living areas provide versatile options for relaxation and entertainment, anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace that sets the stage for warm, memorable evenings. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the freshly painted interior, while energy-efficient dual-pane windows, newer whole house fan and substantial blown-in insulation enhance both style and comfort. The kitchen is a standout feature, offering ample storage, a convenient breakfast bar, and classic built-in cabinetry that blends functionality with timeless appeal. Situated on a corner lot, the property includes an attached two-car garage and plenty of space for gardening or outdoor activities in both the front and backyards. With its unbeatable location near Bidwell Park’s scenic trails and recreation, this home offers the perfect balance of indoor comfort and outdoor adventure—truly a standout in the heart of Chico.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marisa Bauer

Platinum Partners Real Estate License #01418223 Listed on: 01/06/2025

Co-Listed By

Lisa Bristow

Platinum Partners Real Estate License #01823288

Last Buyer's Agent

Becky Johns

EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc. License #01496335

EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,823

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Fence is in average condition
  • Corner Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Cosmetic Repairs Needed
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,978 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Entryway
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Concrete Porch or Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 53
  • Assessor Parcel Number 045630053000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,823

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Washer & Dryer
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Repairs Cosmetic
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 045630053000
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1978.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Tile Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 267.95
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Average Condition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs

Schools

  • School District: Pleasant Valley

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1700

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 7405.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 8.00
  • Tax Lot: 53

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2025
Closed on
Jan 31, 2025
Sold by
Delfava Mark J
Bought by
Mahler
Seller's Agent
Marisa Bauer
Platinum Partners Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Becky Johns
EXP Realty of Northern California, Inc.
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
6.21%
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
$566,653

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$36,653
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.33%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Outstanding Balance
$327,966
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$238,688

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2013
Sold by
Boggs Candice E and Boggs Del Fava
Bought by
Delfava Jonna M and Del Fava Mark J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2011
Sold by
Fawns Denise Marie and The Morris Revocable Inter Viv
Bought by
Boggs Candice E and Del Fava Jonna M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2003
Sold by
Morris Keith Alvin and Morris Mary Helen
Bought by
Morris Keith Alvin
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $530,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Gift Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $275,000 Mid Valley Title & Escrow Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $330,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/03/2025 02/03/25 Sold $530,000 +6.2% $268 / Sq Ft
01/06/2025 01/06/25 For Sale $499,000 -- $252 / 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 $3,823 $352,310 $146,047 $206,263
2024 $3,823 $345,403 $143,184 $202,219
2023 $3,778 $338,631 $140,377 $198,254
2022 $3,717 $331,992 $137,625 $194,367
2021 $3,647 $325,483 $134,927 $190,556
2020 $3,637 $322,147 $133,544 $188,603
2019 $3,571 $315,831 $130,926 $184,905
2018 $3,506 $309,639 $128,359 $181,280
2017 $3,435 $303,569 $125,843 $177,726
2016 $3,135 $297,618 $123,376 $174,242
2015 $3,135 $293,148 $121,523 $171,625
2014 $3,059 $287,407 $119,143 $168,264
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN24252919

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 045-630-053-000