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!
Sold
Listing Provided by:
Emmett Jacobi DRE #01896904 530-519-6333,
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
$487,000
278 E 3rd Ave, Chico, CA 95926
3beds
1,132sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
8,712 sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$430/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 30, 2024 at 10:18am
Listing Provided by:
Emmett Jacobi DRE #01896904 530-519-6333,
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Kimberly Jacobi, DRE #01963545
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN24124093
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bathroom
- Features: Shower in Tub, Walk-in shower
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Inside, See Remarks
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Track Lighting, Eating Area, Separated Eating Area
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Utility
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,132 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Gated, Off Street, RV Potential
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Rectangular Lot, Level, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 003072012000
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall Walls, Lap Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Chico
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Down Payment Resource
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

Get pre-qualified for a loan
At Zillow Home Loans, we can pre-qualify you in as little as 5 minutes with no impact to your credit score.An equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.