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Chico Area Single Family Home

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1440 Laburnum Avenue Chico, CA 95926

5 Bed
2 Baths
1816 sqft
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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.
Listing Courtesy of CRMLS / Listed By: Effie Khaki, Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
$625,000 (USD)
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Chico Area Single Family Home

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5887 Bennett Chico, CA 95973

3 Bed
3 Baths
2860 sqft
Experience country living at its finest with this sprawling ranch style horse property set just outside of Chico, an area known for its agricultural surroundings, open space, and peaceful rural lifestyle. This expansive home welcomes you with a large entry and adjacent sitting area, perfect for a home office, craft room, or flex space. Continue into a bright and open main living area featuring beautiful beamed ceilings and large windows that overlook the lush backyard. The open concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living spaces, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, while oversized bedrooms provide comfort and versatility. Additional features include a newer HVAC system, owned solar for energy efficiency and long term savings, a 20KW propane generator, and an indoor laundry room with a convenient half bath. The attached three car garage offers ample storage, with the option to convert all bays back to full functionality. Step outside to a large covered back porch overlooking mature landscaping and a well equipped equestrian setup, complete with a 3 stall horse barn, hay storage barn, multiple fenced paddocks for turnout or rotational grazing, and a sand riding arena ideal for training and exercise, along with additional acreage suitable for pasture or hay production. Adding even more flexibility, the property includes a 1,440 sq ft detached structure with an upper level, offering excellent potential for an ADU, guest quarters, office, workshop, or creative studio. This is a rare opportunity to own a fully usable horse property with space, functionality, energy efficiency, and future potential in a highly desirable rural setting.
Listing Courtesy of CRMLS / Listed By: Emmett Jacobi, Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.