2431 Mariposa Ave, Chico, CA 95926
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FOR SALE
Listed by Taylor Maehl, NextHome North Valley Realty, (530) 520-6041

$329,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,164 sqft

2431 Mariposa Ave, Chico, CA 95926

Est. Mortgage $2,119/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 82% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1961
$283/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Chico Opportunity with Space, Character & Potential! Located in Central Chico, this home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, plus an additional living space for many different options. Built in 1961, the home retains its original character, including classic wood paneling, vintage tile, wood flooring underneath the carpet, and a brick fireplace, while offering plenty of opportunity for a new owner to make it their own.
Situated on a generous 0.22 acre lot, the property provides ample outdoor space and potential for future improvements. The lot and existing layout offer exciting possibilities for expansion or an ADU, buyer to verify with the appropriate city agencies. Conveniently located near the best of Chico, this property is a great opportunity for an investor, contractor, or buyer looking to create a home tailored to their vision.
This is a true fixer with significant potential and is being offered with the opportunity to build equity through updates and improvements. Bring your vision and transform this property into something special!
We estimate this home will sell faster than 82% nearby.

Home Details for 2431 Mariposa Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1164 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Water ConnectedLaundry: Inside,Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: See RemarksSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Right side of HouseAccessibility: Safe Emergency Egress from HomeFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: WoodExterior: Awning(s)Foundation: RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Covered,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 9Days on Market: 14

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: FixerParcel Number: 015430029000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $329,000Price Per Sqft: $283
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Aug 29 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chico
School Information
High School: Pleasant ValleyHigh School District: Chico Unified

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: SN26181049

Community

Community Features: Biking, SuburbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: SN26181049Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 530-520-6041Back On Market Date: Sat Sep 12 2026Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06007-N-015430029000-R-N

Additional Information

BikingSuburbanSource Internet Entire Listing Display

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What Locals Say about Chico

At least 481 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Dezaray Salinas
    "15 minute drive at most to anywhere in Chico. Drivers are more laidback. However, traffic is at its highest around noon to 6. So you can expect 10 minutes extra in commute."
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  • Larm1
    "My sister has lived here since college. She is now 60. I’ve spent a fair bit of time in chico. It has grown by leaps and bounds - but maintained that small town feel"
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  • Larm1
    "People say hi and know each other’s name. The schools are good - from preschool to university. The businesses like to hire locals. "
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  • Angie.slover
    "Chico is located in a wonderfully central area. There is affordable housing and lots of community events. Still has the old-school small town feel. "
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  • Mike H
    "This area is great there is numerous a I I ties and waterways to be Abel to enjoy. The homeless use it for a bathroom and the city does little to curb the activity. This area used to be great but it hampered by crime and homelessness."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s very peaceful a lot of the time! Sometimes there will be fireworks around holidays and weirdos speeding, but other than that, it’s nice"
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  • Trulia User
    "Area is very pet friendly. Lots of people walking their dogs but not too much foot traffic. Night walks not suggested because of low visibility and some high vehicle traffic by main roads"
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  • Trulia User
    "farmers market, riding bikes, concerts in the park. music is played in the middle of town during the summee"
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  • Trulia User
    "The people are amazing the community makes living there great. it feels like home. you don't have to lock your doors"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of people walk their dogs, very few pick up after them and most couldn’t care less about leash laws. It is quite unfortunate considering Chico is home to so many parks."
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  • Pennymac0
    "great mix of young families, retirees and large percentage of medical professionals. Neighbors tend to look out for each other."
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  • Frankiekyahsilas
    "Small town with big city feel. This city reminds me of my hometown. Most people are friendly. The food is amazing. "
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  • Joann.bettencourt
    "Block parties, pot lucks, tight knit community. Cul de sac where kids can run and play while parents socialize."
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  • Bcso2340
    "Chico is a safe and friendly town with many things to do. great schools and lots of outdoor space for kids to grow and be entertained"
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  • Bcso2340
    "great town great place to live and raise a family I love it this is a college town with a small town feel"
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  • Nathan T.
    "Close enough to walk to CSU campus, downtown, Safeway, and coffee shop. Relatively quiet. “One Mile” is our backyard!"
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  • Morgan L.
    "10 minute drive anywhere in town - 30 minutes to all neighboring towns, can pretty much ride bike or walk anywhere but homeless make doing that more and more dangerous "
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  • Bree R.
    "The area is very quiet, the people are respectful, you don’t find too many disturbances, nor are there hardly any criminal activity around."
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  • Cynthia M. P.
    "chico used to be great its kinda fallen apart though, but you can find locations that are really nice and you don't need to worry but there's also locations that are terrible and you don't want to live there "
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  • Cynthia M. P. .
    "its a great neighborhood. lately its been dangerous but that is throughout all of chico so no biggie. "
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  • Amy M.
    "We have witnessed some shady activity due to the nearby social services office building bringing a lot of poverty stricken people into the neighborhood and we have seen drug deals while driving around the neighborhood too. "
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  • Priscilla A.
    "Love this area. It’s nice and quiet. I feel safe to let my kids run around outside. Very nice that the freeway is just none the street. "
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  • Yes M.
    "Cars drive quickly through the neighborhood. So kids need to watch out. The neighborhood feels like the 50’s in how close ours neighbors our. There is a sense of community that it very hard to find. You could leave your front door unlocked and most likely no one would try to get in. It feels safe"
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  • Paloma M.
    "Very safe, I lived here and didn’t lock my door ever ! (Probably not something I should do but I did!) family friendly and college frequently. It’s very quiet and getting to see all the puppies here is so fun! "
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  • Jennifer M.
    "Biweekly famers markets being the community together. Also around Christmas time, there is a beautiful gathering with performances in the downtown plaza."
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  • Priscilla A.
    "Homey neighborhood, lots of kids at play, park right down the street and a school as well 👌🏼 safe community"
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  • Tina A.
    "We have neighborhood parks and very friendly neighbors. No special events. But I feel safe and I have a grandson that I can bring to my house and we walk and play around my neighborhood and feel safe and everyone is friendly and kind. "
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  • Cjo_88
    "Almost all of my neighbors own dogs and often see them walking past my house or while walking my own dog. "
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  • Adriana M.
    "Farmers markets! Locally owned restaurants! Local craft fairs! Bars! Events at the Women’s.Club! Bidwell Park!!"
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  • Leighcardinal
    "Easy! Living in Chico and getting around is super great. I can leave my house 10min before I have to be to work. "
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  • Kheithecker
    "This is a diverse neighborhood. The homes are old (1920s, 30s, 40s) and most owners have taken very good care of them. There are families and all ages of children but every home is not occupied by families with children."
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  • Tommyross20
    "-Farmers market -Local restaurants and taco trucks are some of the best food you’ll eat. -Being close to chico state campus adds being able to have a gym close by. "
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  • Cindijohansonrdh1
    "University events. Great restaurants, beautiful nationally known protected park. Fishing, water sports, 2 lakes nearby. Community businesses, Christmas events. "
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  • Doug S.
    "i commute by bicycle. City has a boke path that takes you anywhere. The city has friendly a friendly public transportation system."
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  • Mjstapleton
    "Gated, golf course, hiking trails, oak and pine trees, creeks, friendly neighbors. Gorgeous custom homes with beautiful landscaping and community parks."
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  • Naudiavelasquez49
    "Walking your dog in a nice area there’s a lot of parks and trails to take in chico and there’s a dog park just for the doggies "
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  • Logan D.
    "well there are a few stray cats on my street so that may be an issue but the park is only a 2 min walk away so that's a huge plus. "
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  • Kelley J.
    "This is the first house I’ve lived in in Chico and its an adorable neighborhood ... close to great food and downtown "
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  • Marcusonc
    "block parties, holiday get-togethers, outdoor films. close knit neighborhood. Many kids, clean and safe. "
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  • Toshia M.
    "A bit too long. I drive about 40 minutes from chico to Orland. If I lived in chico city limits, the drive shouldn’t be more than 15 minutes. "
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Market trends in Chico

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$468K
$667MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$298
$3MoM
Available listings
284

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$328K
Since last month
Increased$12K (+3.8%)
Since last year
Increased$31K (+10.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +39% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$328K
August 2026$329K
July 2026$316K
June 2026$314K
May 2026$313K
April 2026$311K
March 2026$314K
February 2026$298K
January 2026$292K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1291 East Ave, Chico, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$360,000
03/13/26
2
1
1,176
1273 East Ave, Chico, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$364,000
11/07/25
3
1
1,070
1292 Howard Dr, Chico, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$354,000
10/24/25
3
1
1,078
1277 Howard Dr, Chico, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$425,000
04/14/26
3
1
1,075
1280 Dale Way, Chico, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$365,000
03/12/26
3
1
1,050
1272 Dale Way, Chico, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$355,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,050
1276 Dale Way, Chico, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$346,500
12/23/25
3
1
1,050
7 Jenny Way, Chico, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$430,000
06/30/26
3
2
1,360
2556 Mariposa Ave, Chico, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$315,000
06/11/26
3
2
1,233

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3 Harrier Ln, Chico, CA 95926
0.05
$399,000
3
2
1,287
Recently Sold
3 Sunflower Ct, Chico, CA 95926
0.05
$430,000
3
2
1,615
Recently Sold
1 Jenny Way, Chico, CA 95926
0.05
$350,500
3
2
1,372
Off Market
1291 East Ave, Chico, CA 95926
0.07
$360,000
2
1
1,176
Recently Sold
9 Gazania Ct, Chico, CA 95926
0.10
$734,000
4
2.5
2,189
For Sale
11 Gazania Ct, Chico, CA 95926
0.10
$714,600
4
2.5
2,379
Off Market
21 Sunflower Ct, Chico, CA 95926
0.10
$405,000
3
2
1,511
Recently Sold
9 Gazania, Chico, CA 95926
0.10
$753,800
4
2.5
2,370
Off Market
2335 Mariposa Ave, Chico, CA 95926
0.10
$564,400
5
3
2,106
Off Market
1359 Keri Ln, Chico, CA 95926
0.10
$450,200
3
2
1,565
Off Market
7 Jenny Way, Chico, CA 95926
0.11
$430,000
3
2
1,360
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 12, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SN26181049
PendingToActive
$329,000
Aug 30, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SN26181049
Pending
$329,000
Aug 20, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SN26181049
Listed For Sale
$329,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Taylor Maehl, NextHome North Valley Realty
Agent Phone: (530) 520-6041
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Frequently asked questions about 2431 Mariposa Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2431 Mariposa Ave?
    Based on a $329,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2431 Mariposa Ave in Chico, CA is approximately $2,162 (about $1,783 principal & interest, $304 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 2431 Mariposa Ave compare to homes in Chico?
    2431 Mariposa Ave in Chico, CA is listed at $329,000, about 30% below the $468K median sale price in Chico.
  • What do residents say about Chico?
    Residents describe Chico, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Chico, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 2431 Mariposa Ave?
    The closest schools to 2431 Mariposa Ave in Chico, CA are Bidwell Junior High School (rated 6/10), Marigold Elementary School (rated 8/10), Pleasant Valley High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 2431 Mariposa Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2431 Mariposa Ave in Chico, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2431 Mariposa Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2431 Mariposa Ave in Chico, CA has laundry facilities.
2431 Mariposa Ave, Chico, CA 95926 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,164 sqft single-family home built in 1961. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Aug 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SN26181049.