Welcome to this truly exceptional custom home nestled on 3 acres above Butte Creek. This 5-bed, 5-bath estate offers 3,733 sq ft of artfully crafted living space that blends seamlessly into its oak forest surroundings. Built in 1990 and thoughtfully updated throughout, this home is a rare combination of design, nature, and comfort. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted by a detached garage featuring an EV charging station and a converted art studio, all perched above the main residence. The exterior is a masterpiece in itself, wrapped in redwood with a pure copper roof and owned solar for modern sustainability. Custom metalwork, Colorado flagstone paths, and a stunning walnut front door set the tone for the craftsmanship throughout the property. Inside, expansive windows and sliding doors draw you into panoramic views of the canyon, Butte Creek, and your private pool & spa. Natural light pours through skylights on both levels, enhancing the open and airy design. The heart of the home is a chef’s galley kitchen, fully remodel with custom Sapele wood cabinetry, dual dishwashers, a touchless faucet, 5-burner Zephyr electric stove, and an elegant bar, perfect for entertaining in style. All 5 bedrooms are located upstairs, w/ the primary offering breathtaking views, a spacious closet, and a spa-like bathroom. Enjoy the luxurious walk-in shower, double vanity w/ updated lighting, and heated towel racks—every detail considered for comfort. Additional interior features include a cozy wood-burning fireplace, large indoor laundry room, and split HVAC systems for year-round comfort. Step outside to experience a nature lover’s paradise. The two-lane lap pool includes a 66-foot swim lane for serious swimmers and a 10-foot “Margaritaville” section for relaxing—all set against canyon views and a sprawling flagstone deck for entertaining. There’s also a pool house, outdoor shower, and endless skies for stargazing. This property is also a haven for wildlife. Red-tailed hawks, herons, quail, owls, and even bald eagles make regular appearances. A resident osprey pair nests just below the home each spring. Located just minutes from Chico, the home offers the rare opportunity to live in luxurious harmony with nature. This home isn’t just a place to live—it’s a lifestyle, a sanctuary, and an experience.
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Listing Provided by:
Barbara Weibel DRE #01095047 530-624-6350,
Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate,
Jennifer Fortino DRE #01755778,
Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate
Price cut: $159K (5/15)
$990,000
79 Alm Bluffs Dr, Chico, CA 95928
5beds
3,733sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$265/sqft
$100/mo HOA
What's special
Lap poolWood-burning fireplacePool houseTouchless faucetPanoramic viewsExpansive windowsSwim lane
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Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 01:15pm
Listing Provided by:
Barbara Weibel DRE #01095047 530-624-6350,
Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate,
Jennifer Fortino DRE #01755778,
Coldwell Banker Select Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SN25085839
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Galley Kitchen
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Humidity Control, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Balcony, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Track Lighting, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up, Galley Kitchen, Primary Suite
- Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,733 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway Down Slope From Street, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: one
- Patio & porch: Stone
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Valley, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 017260167000
- Zoning: SR3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Redwood Siding
- Roof: See Remarks
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Shared Septic
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Water
- Services included: Sewer
- HOA fee: $100 monthly
- HOA name: Spanish Gardens HOA
- HOA phone: 530-809-1062
Location
- Region: Chico
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $265/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $798,748
- Annual tax amount: $8,852
- Date on market: 4/18/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
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