Grab your tool belts and let your imagination run wild! Just minutes from the charming and historic downtown Chico, this character-filled duplex offers incredible potential for the right buyer. Bursting with opportunity, this property is perfect for those ready to roll up their sleeves and bring new life to a home with solid bones and classic appeal. Each of the two units features a living area, a well-proportioned kitchen, a full bathroom, and an abundance of natural light thanks to the skylights thoughtfully placed throughout the space. One of the units even includes a unique bonus: an upstairs loft that is not include in the stated square footage, adds flexible space—ideal for a home office, or creative studio. Step outside and you'll find a spacious backyard that serves as a blank canvas for your outdoor vision. Whether you dream of creating a lush garden retreat, adding a storage shed, installing a shaded patio for entertaining and weekend barbecues, or simply enjoying a private outdoor space to relax—there's plenty of room to make it your own. This is a rare opportunity for those looking to build sweat equity. With some TLC and thoughtful updates, this duplex could become a fantastic primary residence, a multi-generational living solution, or a lucrative addition to your investment portfolio with excellent income potential. Don’t miss out on this diamond in the rough. Opportunities like this don't come around often!
Sold for $250,000 on 07/21/25
Listing Provided by:
Matt Depa DRE #01861484 530-896-9300,
Re/Max of Chico
$250,000
1346 Chestnut St, Chico, CA 95928
2beds
1,026sqft
Duplex
Built in 1932
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$250,000 Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 11:49am
Listing Provided by:
Matt Depa DRE #01861484 530-896-9300,
Re/Max of Chico
Bought with:
Matt Depa, DRE #01861484
Re/Max of Chico
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN25106362
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range
- Laundry: None
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,026 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,250 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Suburban
Location
- Region: Chico
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
Services availability

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