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278 E 3rd Ave, Chico, CA 95926

$474,100

Last sold 08/06/2024 for $487K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,132

    Sqft ($430/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 278 E 3rd Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1910
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 8,712 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
The vibe in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1910 bungalow is distinctly charming, gorgeous, and full of light! If you don't know the original (Vecino East) Avenues neighborhood, it’s considered one of the most desired neighborhoods, not only for its nostalgia, but for the location as well. Walkability is a premium, being close to Enloe Hospital, Bidwell mansion and trails, CSU, Chico High School, and Old Town Chico with a multitude of eclectic restaurants, shopping, and Collier Hardware! This vintage home has been meticulously well maintained in and out to preserve the old-school vibe and blend of modern amenities including fresh exterior paint, a new tankless water heater, heating and air conditioning system with a programmable thermostat, and custom dining nook. Upon entering this extraordinary property, you will be greeted by rich (mostly original) fir wood floors, an abundance of natural light, dual pane windows with blinds and custom window treatments, a new indoor laundry area, and a beautiful kitchen surrounded with windows to watch the world go by and the seasons change. The back window/door affords a lovely view of a stupendous, flat backyard with room for a Bocce Ball or Volleyball court, or pool! Features include fire pit, a sunflower garden, a big lawn area, and a producing vegetable garden, all of which are irrigated with an automatic, remote water-wise system. Along with parking in the front, there is alley access with gated off-street parking in the back and room for an RV. There is huge bonus potential in the (24 x 20) multipurpose outbuilding, perfectly set up for a workshop, exercise, or art studio, extra outdoor living space, and potential for an ADU. There is a staircase to a small basement accessed from the outside back of the house that serves as a utility area with a large capacity washer and dryer for your big loads! That's right, you have two laundry rooms! The house can be purchased fully furnished, perfect for a 2nd home or rental. Most furnishings are negotiable. This property is a must-see! Make an appointment to see it today, before it's gone!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Emmett Jacobi
Listing Agent Contact: 530-519-6333
Listing Office - Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Source: CRMLS mls logo
MLS#SN24124093 • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked CRMLS for data 4 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style One, Bungalow, House
Type Residential
SubType Single Family Residence
Status Closed
Living Area 1132
Lot Size (Acres) 0.2
Lot Size (SqFt) 8712
Year Built 1910
Condition Turnkey
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Eating Area Area, Separated
Kitchen Stone Counters
Basement Utility
Appliances Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Track Lighting
Accessibility Features 2+ Access Exits
Window Features Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Raised
Construction Drywall Walls, Lap Siding, Wood Siding
Roof Composition
Parking Gated, Off Street, RV Potential
# Uncovered Spaces 4
# Parking Spaces 4
Other Structures Outbuilding, Storage, Workshop
Lot Description Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Rectangular Lot, Level, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
Amenities / Utilities
Fireplaces None
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Water Source Public
Inclusions Refrigerator, 2 Washers Machines, 2 Dryers
Spa None
Pool None
Location
View Neighborhood
County Butte
Community Features Biking, Curbs, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
High School District Chico Unified
Zoning R1
Directions If You Are Driving On Esplanade, Head East On E 3rd Ave, Property Is Located Between Oleander And Laburnum
APN 3072012000
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage City Street
Road Surface Paved
$474K
Range: $439K-$509K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $1,735/month
Gross rent multiplier: 23.4
  • Aug 2024
    mls logo MLS # SN24124093
  • Aug 7, 2024 Sold
    $487,000
  • Jun 27, 2024 Pending
    —
  • Jun 18, 2024 Listed
    $487,000 (+9.4%)
  • Aug 2024
    Public Records
  • Aug 6, 2024 Sold
    $487,000
  • Jul 2022
    Public Records
  • Jul 15, 2022 Sold
    $445,000
  • Jul 2022
    mls logo MLS # SN22134483
  • Jul 15, 2022 Sold
    $445,000 (+11.5%)
  • Jun 27, 2022 Pending
    —
  • Jun 21, 2022 Listed
    $399,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $5,020 +1.2%
    $487,000 +7.29%
  • 2023
    $4,960 +167.8%
    $453,900 +175.18%
  • 2022
    $1,852 +1.9%
    $164,945
  • 2021
    $1,818 +0.3%
    $164,945 +2.0%
  • 2020
    $1,812 +1.8%
    $161,712 +1.04%
  • 2019
    $1,780 +1.9%
    $160,055 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $1,747
    $156,918
  • 278 E 3rd Ave
    $487K
  • The Avenues
    $384K -9% y/y
  • 95926
    $419K +4% y/y
  • Chico
    $485K 0% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
277 E 3rd Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $560,000 3/2 1,968 0.03
273 E 3rd Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $469,000 3/2 1,683 0.03
254 E 3rd Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $524,800 6/2 2,538 0.04
1320 Oleander Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $413,000 3/1 1,333 0.04
1260 Oleander Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $438,000 3/1 1,390 0.05
1241 Laburnum Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $276,800 2/1 836 0.05
1340 Oleander Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $353,000 2/1 1,172 0.05
354 E 3rd Ave, Chico, CA 95926 $310,800 2/1 968 0.05

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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