496 E 3rd Ave

Chico, CA 95926

$684,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,190 Sq. Ft.
$312 / Sq. Ft.
2,190
Sq. Ft.
$312
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 3/17/26
Closed 3/17/26
a front view of a house with garden

Description

Step into the charm of the early 1900s with this beautifully updated home located just minutes from downtown Chico and Enloe Hospital. Thoughtfully modernized while preserving its original character, this home offers the best of both worlds—historic warmth paired with contemporary comfort. As you enter through the private gate, you are greeted by an elegant courtyard, beautifully landscaped grounds which are accented by a tranquil fountain. The moment you step inside, you are welcomed with original...Step into the charm of the early 1900s with this beautifully updated home located just minutes from downtown Chico and Enloe Hospital. Thoughtfully modernized while preserving its original character, this home offers the best of both worlds—historic warmth paired with contemporary comfort. As you enter through the private gate, you are greeted by an elegant courtyard, beautifully landscaped grounds which are accented by a tranquil fountain. The moment you step inside, you are welcomed with original hardwood flooring, a newly renovated living room that has been opened up to create a bright, airy flow, plantation shutters and a spacious formal living area that is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen blends period timelessness with thoughtful updates which feature granite counter tops, detailed crown molding that echos the home's original character, large center island that has a gas cook top and a butcher block countertop, new vented hood and glass front cabinetry which adds a nostalgic touch- perfect for displaying heirloom dishes. The upper level offers a bright and serene atmosphere, appointed with premium tongue and groove weatherproof flooring, generous closet space, a private bathroom with walk in shower and newly replaced windows and doors that frame lovely views of the outside. Escape into your own enchanting backyard and you will find a sparkling in-ground pool that is perfect for cooling off during the summer months, upgraded low maintenance turf, beautiful mature and fruit trees lending dappled shade, a vegetable garden and a cozy sitting area with a charming corner built for cooking and BBQing making gathering a delight. Other notable features include new blinds on all front windows, both upstairs bedrooms and master bedroom, an impressive basement complete with a wine cellar, laundry room, a laundry chute, and extensive storage- perfect for keeping treasures tucked away, the downstairs bedroom boasts a clever murphy bed, a whole house intercom that softly links every corner of the home, 22,000 watt owned solar system, 1 car detached garage, separate formal dining room, whole house fan, dual HVAC, new sewer line from the house to the street and so much more! Classic charm, modern improvements, and a fantastic location—this one truly has it all.
  1. Listed by Suzie Ditty • DRE #02214301 • Brokerage DRE #01996441 • Re/Max of Chico

Property Details for 496 East 3rd Avenue

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Neighborhood
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
Yes
Cooling Type
Central Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
2190
LISTING UPDATED: 03/31/2026 04:10 AM

Property Details for 496 East 3rd Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #SN25274663
Days on Compass2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1936
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyButte County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Re/Max of Chico, Suzie Ditty, DRE #02214301

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Chico Area, Rob Haley, DRE #01952160

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Building Information for 496 East 3rd Avenue

Stories2Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

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Property Information for 496 East 3rd Avenue

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Cash
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Block: 27
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Solar Panels, Gas Oven, Gas Stove
  • Interior Features: Crown Molding, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Granite Counters
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom, Basement, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Wine Cellar
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Room Bathroom Features: Shower in Tub
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Granite Counters
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Basement: Finished
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Chute
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Chute
  • Laundry Utilities: Laundry Chute
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Floor Coverings: Wood
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters, Blinds
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Wood
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Structure Type: House
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Tile, Private, Gunite
  • Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground, Private, Tile
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private, Gunite, Tile
  • Pool Heat: Below Ground, Private, Gunite, Tile
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa Heat: N/K
Green Info
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Front Yard, Garden, Back Yard, Yard
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Garage
  • Parking Non-Garage: Garage
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Garage
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 496 East 3rd Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 17, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #SN25274663

$684,000—
Mar 17, 2026

Sold

SDMLS #SN25274663

$684,000—
Mar 17, 2026

Sold

CLAW #SN25274663MR

$684,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/17/2026

Sold

CRMLS #SN25274663

$684,000
03/17/2026

Sold

SDMLS #SN25274663

$684,000
03/17/2026

Sold

CLAW #SN25274663MR

$684,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 496 East 3rd Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$176,868Additions$481,705Total$658,573
Tax Record2025$7,521 ($627 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,190 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,190 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1960CountyBUTTEAPN003-443-025-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 496 East 3rd Avenue

This home is within Chico Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Citrus Avenue Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Chico Junior High School
Public - 6 to 8
Chico High School
Public - 9 to 12
Oak Bridge Academy
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Citrus Avenue Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chico Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Chico High School
Public9 to 12

Oak Bridge Academy
PublicK to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Re/Max of Chico, Suzie Ditty, DRE #02214301

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