1696 Oak Way, Chico — A Rare Opportunity Waiting for Your Vision.
Tucked in a fantastic location just steps from Oak Way Park and Emma Wilson Elementary, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with an attached garage is a true fixer-upper with unmatched potential. Lovingly customized by its longtime owners, the home is ready for a new chapter — whether that means a full modern renovation or a thoughtful restoration that honors its unique character. Set on a huge lot, there's room to dream big: expand the garden, create your dream outdoor entertaining space, or simply enjoy the extra breathing room that's so hard to find in town. Step inside and discover a striking spiral staircase leading to a versatile upstairs bonus room — a blank canvas ready to become a playroom, home office, second living space, studio, or whatever your imagination calls for. The possibilities really are endless. This is a home for the buyer who sees beyond the surface — someone with vision, a little sweat equity, and a love for bringing character-filled homes back to life. With its unbeatable location near the park and school, solid bones, and a layout full of personality and potential, 1696 Oak Way is ready for someone to write its next story. Bring your contractor, bring your vision, and come fall in love with the possibilities.
For sale
Listed by: eXp Realty of California, Inc. • Rocio Jauregui • Contact: rjauregui@yourrealtorrocio.com
$400,000
1696 Oak Way, Chico, CA 95926
3beds
2,050sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
0.47 Acres Lot
$403,800 Zestimate®
$195/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 19 days |
- 1,949 |
- 153 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rocio Jauregui DRE #02137132 rjauregui@yourrealtorrocio.com,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN26158518
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, Family Room, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Electric Cooktop, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Bay Window(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Dimensions: 20,473
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 042750014000
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Dog Park, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Chico
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $195/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $184,409
- Annual tax amount: $2,071
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Submit
Estimated market value
$403,800
$384,000 - $424,000
$2,352/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000$195/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #SN26158518 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2026 | Contingent | $400,000$195/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #SN26158518 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000$195/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #SN26158518 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,071 +7.1% | $184,409 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,935 +1.3% | $180,794 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,910 +1.8% | $177,250 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,877 +2% | $173,775 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,840 +0.3% | $170,369 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,834 +1.9% | $168,623 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,800 +1.9% | $165,318 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,765 +1.7% | $162,078 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,735 +9.6% | $158,901 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,584 +2.6% | $155,786 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,544 | $153,447 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,544 | $150,442 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $149,763 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $146,828 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $143,950 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $142,875 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $143,215 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $140,408 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $137,656 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $134,958 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $132,312 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $129,719 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,342 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $124,846 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $122,399 |
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Neighborhood: 95926
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Emma Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Chico Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Chico High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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