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One Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chico, CA

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  21. Building Photo - 1287 Citrus Ave
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    1 BED
    $1,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100

    1287 Citrus Ave

    1287 Citrus Ave, Chico, CA 95926
  22. Building Photo - Bidwell Manor
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    1 BED
    $1,200

    Bidwell Manor

    1045 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926
  28. Building Photo - 137 1/2 west 21st street
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    137 1/2 west 21st street

    137 1/2 west 21st street, Chico, CA 95928
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  42. Building Photo - Cobble Creek
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    1 BED
    $1,444

    Cobble Creek

    2777 Eaton Rd, Chico, CA 95973
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Chico at a Glance

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Chico, CA Apartments for Rent

Chico is home to Bidwell Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the nation, stretching across nearly 3,700 acres with hiking trails, natural swimming holes, and scenic outdoor spaces. Located in Northern California's Sacramento Valley, this college town serves as the cultural and economic hub of the region and offers a relaxed atmosphere with tree-lined streets and a historic downtown. Those looking for apartments for rent in Chico will find plenty of housing options, from apartment communities near California State University, Chico, to residential areas throughout the city's 38 square miles.

Renting in Chico means access to local breweries like Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, a weekly farmers market, and an extensive network of bike paths that connect neighborhoods across the city. The downtown area features locally owned shops and restaurants within walking or biking distance of many apartment communities. Highway 99 runs through Chico, offering convenient routes to Sacramento and other Northern California destinations. With average rent for a one-bedroom apartment around $1,232 and two-bedroom units averaging $1,447, the city offers more affordable housing compared to many other California markets while maintaining access to outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment options.

Renting in Chico

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Chico

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Downtown Chico 497 Sq Ft $1,099/mo

Education

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Inspire School of Arts and Sciences

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
332 Students
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Pleasant Valley High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,978 Students
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Pleasant Valley High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,978 Students
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Chico High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,804 Students
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Chico High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,804 Students
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Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
716 Students
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Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
716 Students
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Chico Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
861 Students
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Parkview Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
406 Students
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Parkview Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
406 Students
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Emma Wilson Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
597 Students
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Emma Wilson Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
597 Students
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Marigold Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
571 Students

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