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Planned Unit Development (Pud)Residential
$402,945$178 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Nov 21, 2014

78 NORTHWOOD COMMONS PL

CHICO, CA 95973
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,260 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$403K
$380K low$426K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Nov 21, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,088 (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.$367,756 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,065
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$269,691
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$360,546

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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Planned Unit Development (Pud)
CountyBUTTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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(6)

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
Emma Wilson Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Chico High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Chico Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Chico Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95973These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.126

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.40,981
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.103 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,969
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.83%

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How this home compares

78 Northwood Commons Pl 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 less than 82% of homes in Chico 95973
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Chico 95973
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Butte County
  • Among the smallest lots in Chico 95973
  • Older than 77% of homes in Chico 95973

What homes are worth in Chico 95973

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

This home
$296K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Chico 95973.

How it measures up in Chico 95973

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chico 95973.

Estimated value$402,945
CheaperTypical $498,858Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,651 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 78 Northwood Commons Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChico 95973Butte County
Estimated valuepricier than$402,94518% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$178almost no homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,260 ft²78% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than197823% of homes45% of homes

About 78 Northwood Commons Pl

How much is 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA is $402,945 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $379,946 to $425,944. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA last sell?

78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA last sold on Nov 21, 2014 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA?

78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,260 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA built?

78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA?

78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA is assigned to Emma Wilson Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Chico High School (high), rated B+; Chico 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 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA compare to other homes in Chico 95973?

Among the 11,935 homes in Chico 95973, it is worth more than 18% of them ($402,945 against a typical $498,858), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($178 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,260 ft² against a typical 1,651 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1978 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Butte County, it is worth more than 51% 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 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Northwood Commons Pl, Chico, CA was $4,088. The county assessed it at $367,756.

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