STUNNING PRIVATE RETREAT IN HISTORIC BUTTE CREEK CANYON Just 20 minutes from town, this breathtaking 21.5-acre property in Butte Creek Canyon offers unparalleled privacy, natural beauty, and sweeping canyon views. As you wind up the long driveway through graceful oaks, the contemporary Spanish-style home and separate matching guest cottage welcome you with lush landscaping, vibrant flowers, and charming stonework. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is designed for both comfort and elegance, featuring a spacious great room with a wood stove set against a river rock backdrop and expansive decks overlooking a peaceful creek. The chef’s kitchen, bathed in morning sunlight, boasts stainless-steel appliances and stone countertops. A premium hot tub spa provides the perfect spot for relaxation while enjoying stunning canyon views and incredible birdwatching. With Starlink highspeed internet, working from home is no problem. For hobbyists and outdoor enthusiasts, the property includes a 3-car garage and a 30x50 shop with 220-volt power and a storage loft. With direct access to Butte Creek, enjoy year-round swimming fishing, kayaking, or simply unwinding by the water while taking in the dramatic bluff views. The area is also home to native trout and one of the last Chinook salmon breeding grounds. Steeped in history, this property is near the Centerville Schoolhouse and Museum, offering a glimpse into the canyon’s rich Gold Rush past. Whether strolling or biking through this picturesque area, you’ll feel a deep connection to nature and history. This exceptional property is truly one-of-a-kind and must be seen to be fully appreciated
Sold for $725,000
Listed by: Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc. • Michael Clifford • Contact: 707-508-5817
Bought with: Century 21 Select Paradise
$725,000
13600 Helltown Rd, Chico, CA 95928
3beds
2,289sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
21.52 Acres Lot
$696,500 Zestimate®
$317/sqft
$2,432 Estimated rent
Home value
$696,500
$613,000 - $787,000
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Contemporary spanish-style homeCharming stoneworkPrivate retreatDramatic bluff viewsVibrant flowersUnparalleled privacyWood stove
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Listed by:
Michael Clifford DRE #00905577 707-508-5817,
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Rhonda Maehl, DRE #01178298
Century 21 Select Paradise
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN25044480
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
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Utility Room, Workshop, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Closet, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Pantry, Stone Counters, See Remarks, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Instant Hot Water, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Flooring: Bamboo, Carpet, Laminate, See Remarks, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,289 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Concrete, Covered, Driveway, Gravel, Oversized, Paved, RV Garage, RV Access/Parking, Unpaved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front door
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch, See Remarks, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Kennel
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bluff, Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
Lot
- Size: 21.52 Acres
- Features: 21-25 Units/Acre, Horse Property, Irregular Lot, Pasture, Rectangular Lot, Rocks, Secluded, Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Guest House Detached, Outbuilding, Storage, Two On A Lot, Workshop
- Parcel number: 017020039000
- Zoning: FR-10
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Custom,Mediterranean,Spanish,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Workshop
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Other, Phone Available, See Remarks, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Hunting, Rural, Fishing
Location
- Region: Chico
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $317/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $583,295
- Annual tax amount: $6,729
- Date on market: 3/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2025 | Sold | $725,000$317/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Pending sale | $725,000$317/sqft |
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| 3/21/2025 | Contingent | $725,000$317/sqft |
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| 3/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $725,000+93.3%$317/sqft |
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| 8/28/2002 | Sold | $375,000$164/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,729 +6.4% | $583,295 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,328 +1.2% | $571,859 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,253 +1.6% | $560,647 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,154 +1.9% | $549,655 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,038 +0.3% | $538,878 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,021 +1.8% | $533,353 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,912 +1.9% | $522,896 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,804 +2.1% | $512,644 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,687 +9.6% | $502,593 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,190 0% | $492,739 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,190 +14.7% | $485,339 +14.2% |
| 2014 | $4,526 | $425,000 +4.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $405,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $405,000 -11% |
| 2011 | -- | $455,292 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $451,890 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $452,965 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $444,085 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $435,378 +9.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $397,430 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $389,639 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $382,000 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $375,000 |
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Neighborhood: 95928
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