Welcome to 1516 Downing Avenue—a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a spacious 2-car garage, 1,275 square feet of living space, and a functional layout that lives large. Built in 1959, this home has been thoughtfully refreshed while preserving its mid-century charm.
Step inside to find refinished original hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and updated lighting throughout—including a stylish fandelier in the dining area. The living room is expansive, with a cozy gas fireplace framed by original brick, formal dining space, and a custom ceiling detail that adds personality and dimension.
The kitchen features updated flooring, sleek concrete countertops, modern fixtures, and a charming breakfast nook. Both bathrooms have been fully renovated: the guest bath keeps a hint of its retro vibe with a new tile tub/shower combo, while the primary bath feels brand new with marble accents, a fun modern floating vanity, and creative built-in niches for storage and display.
Hall closets and primary closet have been cedar-lined, adding a touch of luxury and practicality. Step outside and you’ll find one of the home’s standout features—a massive covered awning that runs nearly the full length of the house, creating an incredible outdoor hangout space overlooking the large backyard.
Centrally located near schools, parks, and the Lindo Channel, this home offers style, comfort, and convenience in one of Chico’s most desirable neighborhoods
Sold for $440,000
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Listed by: NextHome North Valley Realty • Melissa Snow • Contact: 530-402-4411
Bought with: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
$440,000
1516 Downing Ave, Chico, CA 95926
3beds
1,275sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
10,019 Square Feet Lot
$420,200 Zestimate®
$345/sqft
$2,170 Estimated rent
Home value
$420,200
$374,000 - $471,000
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Modern fixturesCozy gas fireplaceLarge backyardMarble accentsCustom ceiling detailRefinished original hardwood floorsCharming breakfast nook
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Listed by:
Melissa Snow DRE #02076263 530-520-7126,
NextHome North Valley Realty
Bought with:
Nate Smith, DRE #01437056
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN25118512
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: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: front
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s)
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Average Condition
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 10,019 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 045460019000
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Dog Park, Fishing, Golf, Hiking
Location
- Region: Chico
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $345/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $374,544
- Annual tax amount: $4,254
- Date on market: 5/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/19/2025 | Sold | $440,000-4.1%$345/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Pending sale | $459,000$360/sqft |
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| 5/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $459,000+27.5%$360/sqft |
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| 9/2/2022 | Sold | $360,000+106.9%$282/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2018 | Listing removed | $1,550$1/sqft |
Source: Blue Oak Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,550+3.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Blue Oak Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2018 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Alliance Real Estate Management, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Alliance Real Estate Management, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2018 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Alliance Real Estate Management, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,500+3.4%$1/sqft |
Source: Alliance Real Estate Management, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2017 | Listing removed | $1,450$1/sqft |
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| 3/27/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,450$1/sqft |
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| 3/29/2002 | Sold | $174,000$136/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,254 +6.7% | $374,544 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,986 +1.2% | $367,200 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,938 +45.5% | $360,000 +49.1% |
| 2022 | $2,707 +1.9% | $241,506 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,656 +0.3% | $236,772 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,649 +1.8% | $234,345 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,601 +1.9% | $229,751 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,553 +2.1% | $225,247 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,501 +9.6% | $220,832 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,283 +2.5% | $216,502 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,228 | $213,251 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,228 | $209,075 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $208,131 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $204,051 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $200,051 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $198,557 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $199,030 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $195,128 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $191,303 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $187,553 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $183,877 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $180,273 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $176,970 +82.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $96,782 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $94,885 |
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Neighborhood: 95926
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- 8/10Neal Dow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
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