385 E 3rd St, Chico, CA 95928
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FOR RENT
PET FRIENDLY

$2,500/mo

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,290 sqft

385 E 3rd St, Chico, CA 95928

Available now
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Dogs & Cats Allowed
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
Forced Air, Heat Pump & Central Air, Wall Units
$2,500 deposit

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 385 E 3rd St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Fully fenced backyardNew interior paint throughoutNew flooringRemodeled bathroomsSmall deckBright and airy
Please note we are not taking reservations for the next fall, this house is available now.

Bright and airy, this house is located steps away from the Saturday Farmers Market, Bidwell Park, Downtown Chico, and close to campus, perfect for anyone who loves being in the heart of the action.

This house features, new interior paint throughout, new flooring, new kitchen counters, remodeled bathrooms and energy efficient mini-split AC and heat units to keep the house comfortable year round.

An inviting front porch with a view of the water towers, plus a fully fenced backyard featuring a small deck, patio, and plenty of shade from mature trees provide outdoor space ideal for relaxation or entertaining.
4 spacious bedrooms (each with its own energy-efficient mini-split AC/heat unit) and 2 full bathrooms.

Dishwasher, washer, dryer included.

Pets welcome

Owner pays: Pest control, periodic yard care, garbage
Tenant pays: water, sewer, electricity (bill split with studio unit in back)

1 year lease (shorter terms available at following prices:
$2700/6month lease,
$2900/month to month.

Details for 385 E 3rd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat PumpAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Days on Market

Days on Market: 25 days on Trulia

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: nowCats, small dogs allowedDeposit: $2,500

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Policies and fees

Pet policy

Dogs
Allowed
  • Size allowed
    Small
Cats
Allowed
  • Size allowed
    n/a
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,500
Aug 28, 2024
Source: CRMLS #SN24151418
Sold
$465,000
Aug 23, 2024
Source: CRMLS #SN24151418
Pending
$499,000
Nov 5, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$315,000
Mar 11, 2010
Source: N/A
Sold
$292,000

Rental Market Trends in Chico

Last updated Nov 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,379/mo
Average rent
$1.63K
$27MoM
Available listings
423
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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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 385 E 3rd St

  • What income do you need to rent 385 E 3rd St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $90K per year to rent 385 E 3rd St in Chico, CA at $2,500/mo.
  • What is the pet policy at 385 E 3rd St?
    385 E 3rd St in Chico, CA allows cats and small dogs.
  • How does the rent for 385 E 3rd St compare to similar 4+ bedroom houses in Chico?
    385 E 3rd St in Chico, CA rents about 40% below the area average for 4+ bedroom houses in Chico ($4,150/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 385 E 3rd St?
    The closest schools to 385 E 3rd St in Chico, CA are Chico High School (rated 7/10), Chico Junior High School (rated 7/10), Parkview Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 385 E 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 385 E 3rd St in Chico, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 385 E 3rd St have parking?
    Yes, 385 E 3rd St in Chico, CA has on-site parking.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$90,000 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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385 E 3rd St, Chico, CA is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,290 sqft single-family home. 385 E 3rd St was listed for rent for $2,500/month on Oct 17, 2026. This property is pet friendly.