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$519,503$311 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on Nov 30, 2023

778 DOWNING AVE

CHICO, CA 95926
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,673 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$520K
$494K low$545K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Nov 30, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,893 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$520,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$197,676
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$322,524
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$510,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$439,740

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyBUTTE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Neal Dow Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Pleasant Valley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Bidwell Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Chico Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95926These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.127

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,947
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,356 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,168
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,885
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

778 Downing Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Chico 95926
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Butte County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Butte County

What homes are worth in Chico 95926

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$196K$808K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Chico 95926.

How it measures up in Chico 95926

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chico 95926.

Estimated value$519,503
CheaperTypical $428,151Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $280Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,673 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,529 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 778 Downing Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChico 95926Butte County
Estimated valuepricier than$519,50378% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31180% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,673 ft²60% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac64% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195224% of homes18% of homes

About 778 Downing Ave

How much is 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA is $519,503 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $494,069 to $544,937. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA last sell?

778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA last sold on Nov 30, 2023 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA?

778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,673 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA built?

778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA?

778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA is assigned to Neal Dow Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Pleasant Valley High School (high), rated A-; Bidwell Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Chico Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA compare to other homes in Chico 95926?

Among the 9,957 homes in Chico 95926, it is worth more than 78% of them ($519,503 against a typical $428,151), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($311 against a typical $280), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,673 ft² against a typical 1,529 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1952 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Butte County, it is worth more than 76% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 778 Downing Ave, Chico, CA was $5,893. The county assessed it at $520,200.

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