This Chico Craftsman Style house has retained the historic charm of it's era and it's local environs yet features many updates for modern comfort and convenience. Beyond the picket fence it's inviting front porch living and large back yard lend to seamless indoor/outdoor living. 1178 E. 8th Street offers charm, character and unique opportunity featuring 2 houses on one large lot. The front residence welcomes you through a charming fenced yard and onto a classic covered front porch that immediately feels like home. Inside, the 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 932 square feet with original hardwood floors and timeless built-ins that speak to the home’s history. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with granite countertops, updated cabinetry, flooring and a gas range. The ductless HVAC Mini-split system brings modern comfort to everyday living. Remodeled bathroom, and a dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer adds even more convenience. Beyond the main home, to the rear of the property, is a detached studio featuring an ample and modern kitchenette/living/sleeping area with separate spacious bathroom with walk-in shower. The unit provides additional income potential or additional living quarters for your family. The studio is currently occupied with a lease already in place. Located just blocks from Lower Bidwell Park, Big Chico Creek, Cape Acres, and downtown Chico. Your favorite destinations are just moments from your front door. The layout of the property creates a unique sense of openness, with tree lined alley access on two sides and the Chico Unified School District offices bordering the property this creates a setting that feels more spacious than you might expect this close to downtown. Whether you’re adding to your portfolio or looking for an investment in one of Chico’s most convenient locations, 1178 E. 8th Street offers a little bit of everything that makes this area so appealing. It’s the combination of Chico charm, walkability, and flexibility wrapped into one opportunity.
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
936
Lot Size
5,663 sqft
Year Built
1935
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
2
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
0
MLS #
SN26122631
Interior Features
Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Granite Counters, Storage
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Living Room, Wood Burning
Appliances
Exhaust Fan, Free Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater, Washer
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Ductless, Zoned
Heating
Fireplaces, Wood, Wall Furnace
Parking Features
On Street
Patio & Porch
Concrete, Front Porch
Fencing
Chain Link, Wood
Foundation
Raised
Roof
Composition
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Yard
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Park
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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