Welcome to 1287 Howard Drive! A true gardener’s delight where charm, space, and thoughtful updates come together beautifully. Situated on a huge lot, this light and bright home has been fully upgraded inside and out, offering a fresh, move-in-ready feel from the moment you arrive. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully remodeled kitchen, new wood flooring, fresh trim, and updated doors that create a clean, cohesive, and modern aesthetic, all enhanced by an abundance of natural light. The converted garage adds a valuable bonus space. Perfect for a home office, gym, playroom, or additional living area to fit your lifestyle. Step outside to an expansive yard with endless possibilities for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the open space, with recent landscaping improvements and tree removal creating a more functional and usable outdoor setting. Ideally located near restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences, this home blends comfort, style, and practicality in one inviting package.
Sold for $438,000
Listing Provided by: Platinum Partners Real Estate
Bought with: Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
$438,000
1287 Howard Dr, Chico, CA 95926
3beds
1,503sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$437,800 Zestimate®
$291/sqft
$2,302 Estimated rent
Home value
$437,800
$416,000 - $464,000
$2,302/mo
Zestimate® history
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Huge lotExpansive yardAbundance of natural lightUpdated doorsNew wood flooringFresh trimBeautifully remodeled kitchen
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Listing Provided by:
Mariah McNeal DRE #02106631 5305180082,
Platinum Partners Real Estate,
Lisa Bristow DRE #01823288 530-228-2550,
Platinum Partners Real Estate
Bought with:
Danielle Branham, DRE #01495078
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN26091210
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,503 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Converted Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 9,147 sqft
- Features: Garden, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 015390072000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Urban
Location
- Region: Chico
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Submit
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Sold | $438,000-0.2%$291/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Contingent | $439,000$292/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,000+3.3%$292/sqft |
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| 7/14/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/12/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 7/28/2021 | Sold | $425,000+23.2%$283/sqft |
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| 2/11/2020 | Sold | $345,000-4.2%$230/sqft |
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| 12/22/2019 | Pending sale | $360,000$240/sqft |
Source: City of Trees Realty #SN19259776 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2019 | Price change | $360,000-4%$240/sqft |
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| 11/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $375,000$250/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,214 +6.6% | $451,013 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,890 +1.2% | $442,170 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,833 +1.6% | $433,500 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,756 +21.8% | $425,000 +21.9% |
| 2021 | $3,905 +73.1% | $348,573 +68.8% |
| 2020 | $2,256 +1.9% | $206,491 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,214 +1.9% | $202,443 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,172 +2.2% | $198,475 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,126 +9.6% | $194,584 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,939 +2.6% | $190,770 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,890 | $187,905 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,890 | $184,226 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $183,394 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $179,799 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $176,275 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $174,959 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $175,376 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $171,939 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $168,569 +7.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $156,265 +32.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $117,908 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $115,597 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $113,479 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $111,255 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $109,075 |
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Neighborhood: 95926
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Marigold Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Bidwell Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Pleasant Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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