$598,000
Est. $3,349/mo1440 Laburnum Avenue, Chico, CA 95926
About this home
Storybook Charm Meets Modern Convenience in the Desirable Avenues! Welcome to this rare and enchanting property offering timeless character, flexible living, and a park-like garden retreat on approximately .40 acres. This special property features a charming vintage main home plus a separate private in-law residence, creating an ideal opportunity for multi-generational living or guest accommodations. The adorable 1949 main home offers approximately 1,036 sq ft of light-filled living space, where large picture windows bathe the interior in natural sunlight. This warm and inviting residence features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, beautiful wood flooring, and classic architectural charm. The quaint garden-view breakfast nook provides the perfect setting to enjoy morning coffee while overlooking lush greenery and listening to birdsong. Modern comforts include central heat and air, whole house fan, new roof (2023), new range, EV charging port (NEMA 14-50), and an attached one-car garage. Privately positioned at the rear of the property, the separate in-law unit built in 2004 enjoys its own alley access and oversized one-car garage, offering excellent privacy. This delightful residence includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, attractive flooring, and a charming kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, making it ideal place for extended family or guests. The rear unit also contains its own separate water meter as well as electric and gas meter. Step outside and discover a truly magical garden oasis. The beautifully designed landscaping features a serene pond, custom-built bridge, and picturesque arbor, creating an idyllic setting for peaceful afternoons, entertaining or evening relaxation. Garden lovers will be thrilled by the abundance of mature fruit trees, including peach, pluot, nectarine, apricot, sour cherry, mission fig, lemon, tangelo, satsuma mandarin, mulberry, and orange. The grounds are further enhanced by majestic shade trees and stunning ornamental varieties such as dogwood, redbud, Japanese maple, camellia, arbutus, sequoia, golden rain tree, African sumac, crepe myrtle, cedar, and acacia baileyana. This one-of-a-kind property combines vintage charm, flexible living space, and breathtaking garden beauty in one of the most desirable Avenues locations. A truly special opportunity that rarely comes available.
infoProperty Facts
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,816
Lot Size
17,860 sqft
Year Built
1949
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
1
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
SN26050073
chairInterior Details
General Interior
Interior Features
Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Country Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Attic
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate, Wood
Kitchen & Appliances
Appliances
Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer
Laundry
Washer Hookup, In Garage
Bed & Bath
Main Level Bedrooms
5
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Climate Control
Cooling
Central Air, Electric, Whole House Fan
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
garageParking
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Rear
deckExterior & Lot
Building & Construction
Patio & Porch
Concrete, Covered, Front Porch
Fencing
Wood
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Raised, Slab
Roof
Composition
Lot & Grounds
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
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Association Info
Community Features
Suburban, Urban
Mortgage Calculator
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Nearby Schools
| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public School • ratio 22:1 |
7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public School • ratio 18:1 |
6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public School • ratio 20:1 |
NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private School • ratio 12:1 |
Walkability
Market Insights
Estimated Value
Market Temperature
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
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