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.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
2,050
Lot Size
20,473 sqft
Year Built
1966
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
SN26158518
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Fireplace
Family Room
Accessibility
Parking
Appliances
Built In Range, Electric Cooktop, Water Heater
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Fireplaces
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Driveway
Patio & Porch
Concrete
Fencing
Wood
Security
Smoke Detectors
Roof
Wood
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard
Sewer
Septic Tank
Water Source
Well
Biking, Dog Park, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
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| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
7 | Emma Wilson Elementary Elementary School |
3 | Citrus Avenue Elementary Elementary School |
6 | Rosedale Elementary Elementary School |
8 | Chico High High School |
N/A | NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Private School |
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