$419,000
$10K PRICE DROP

1178 Marian Ave Chico, CA 95928

Estimated payment $2,680/month

Total Views 3,107
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,040 Sq Ft
$403 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Chico Junior High School Rated A-
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Workshop

About This Home

Have you been looking for a charming homestead in the heart of Chico? Well, welcome to this light filled, 3 bedroom, 1 bath gem that perfectly blends country charm with city convenience. Nested just 5 minutes from downtown Chico, this home offers a peaceful homestead feel with all the amenities you need close by. Enjoy a spacious lot featuring raised garden beds, room for chickens or goats, large dog run with shade and misters, and alley access - ideal for urban farming or simply spreading out. The oversized workshop/garage with full sized bathroom provides endless potential for hobbies, storage, or even converting to an ADU for extra income. Inside, natural light pours through the large windows, highlighting the warmth and comfort of this thoughtfully maintained home. Whether you're relaxing on the porch or planning your next garden, this home is a rare blend of rural tranquility and modern convenience. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of the good life - right here in Chico.

Listing Agent

Jana Humplik

Parkway Real Estate Co. Brokerage Phone: 530-521-8530 License #02086442 Listed on: 07/28/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,766

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Kennel
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned SR1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow

Interior Spaces

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Workshop
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Galley Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Whole House Fan
  • Septic Type Unknown

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Assessor Parcel Number 039380009000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,766

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: washer,dryer, fridge
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: SR1
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 039380009000
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1040.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: In Living Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 402.88
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Galley Kitchen, Laundry, Workshop
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Kennel
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Connected
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s), Whole House Fan
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Rural

Schools

  • School District: Chico Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Garden, Level with Street
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9148.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2100

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 9148.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 11.00
  • Tax Lot: 4

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $4,766 $438,278 $212,241 $226,037
2024 $4,766 $429,685 $208,080 $221,605
2023 $4,709 $421,260 $204,000 $217,260
2022 $4,635 $413,000 $200,000 $213,000
2021 $2,610 $231,624 $79,373 $152,251
2020 $2,604 $229,250 $78,560 $150,690
2019 $2,557 $224,756 $77,020 $147,736
2018 $422 $42,463 $11,536 $30,927
2017 $412 $41,631 $11,310 $30,321
2016 $377 $40,816 $11,089 $29,727
2015 $375 $40,204 $10,923 $29,281
2014 $367 $39,418 $10,710 $28,708
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Price Changed $419,000 -2.3% $403 / Sq Ft
07/28/2025 07/28/25 For Sale $429,000 +3.9% $413 / Sq Ft
08/05/2021 08/05/21 Sold $413,000 +3.5% $397 / Sq Ft
07/09/2021 07/09/21 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2021 06/30/21 For Sale $399,000 +22.8% $384 / Sq Ft
12/06/2018 12/06/18 Sold $325,000 +12.5% $313 / Sq Ft
11/20/2018 11/20/18 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2018 10/29/18 For Sale $289,000 -- $278 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $413,000 Timios Title A Ca Corp
Grant Deed $325,000 Mid Valley Title & Escrow Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $252,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $253,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $320,009 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN25168336

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 039-380-009-000