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$598,381$219 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Mar 7, 2003

946 ESPLANADE

CHICO, CA 95926
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,728 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$598K
$570K low$626K 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 · Mar 7, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,024 (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.$443,166 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$162,491
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$280,675
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$434,477
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$656,640

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.20 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBUTTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.No

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.

H
Chico High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Chico Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Citrus Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 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

946 Esplanade 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 88% of homes in Chico 95926
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Chico 95926
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Chico 95926
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Butte County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Chico 95926

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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$198K$800K

This home is worth more than 88% 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$598,381
CheaperTypical $425,259Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $279Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,533 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 946 Esplanade ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChico 95926Butte County
Estimated valuepricier than$598,38188% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2195% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,728 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac17% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than19122% of homes4% of homes

About 946 Esplanade

How much is 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA is $598,381 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $570,427 to $626,335. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA last sell?

946 Esplanade, Chico, CA last sold on Mar 7, 2003 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA?

946 Esplanade, Chico, CA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,728 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA built?

946 Esplanade, Chico, CA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA?

946 Esplanade, Chico, CA is assigned to Chico High School (high), rated B+; Chico Junior High School (middle), rated B+; Citrus Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Chico Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA compare to other homes in Chico 95926?

Among the 9,955 homes in Chico 95926, it is worth more than 88% of them ($598,381 against a typical $425,259), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($219 against a typical $279), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,728 ft² against a typical 1,533 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1912 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Butte County, it is worth more than 86% 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 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 946 Esplanade, Chico, CA was $5,024. The county assessed it at $443,166.

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