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$327,320$278 / 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 $127,500 on Jun 14, 2002

961 MADISON ST

CHICO, CA 95928
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,178 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.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
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

$327K
$310K low$344K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,500 · Jun 14, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,124 (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.$192,097 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,397
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$188,331
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,120

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.10 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.1 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.Conventional
CountyBUTTE
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)
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(4)

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
Chapman Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Harry M. Marsh Junior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Chico High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Chico Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95928These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.124

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,528
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.252 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,031
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,135
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

961 Madison St 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 80% of homes in Chico 95928
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Chico 95928
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Chico 95928
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Chico 95928
  • Older than 87% of homes in Butte County

What homes are worth in Chico 95928

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

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$209K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Chico 95928.

How it measures up in Chico 95928

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chico 95928.

Estimated value$327,320
CheaperTypical $452,904Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $292Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 961 Madison St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChico 95928Butte County
Estimated valuepricier than$327,32020% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27834% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,178 ft²23% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac69% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than194822% of homes13% of homes

About 961 Madison St

How much is 961 Madison St, Chico, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 961 Madison St, Chico, CA is $327,320 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $310,296 to $344,344. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 961 Madison St, Chico, CA last sell?

961 Madison St, Chico, CA last sold on Jun 14, 2002 for $127,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 961 Madison St, Chico, CA?

961 Madison St, Chico, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,178 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 961 Madison St, Chico, CA built?

961 Madison St, Chico, CA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 961 Madison St, Chico, CA?

961 Madison St, Chico, CA is assigned to Chapman Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Harry M. Marsh Junior High School (middle), rated A-; Chico High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Chico Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 961 Madison St, Chico, CA compare to other homes in Chico 95928?

Among the 10,158 homes in Chico 95928, it is worth more than 20% of them ($327,320 against a typical $452,904), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($278 against a typical $292), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,178 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1948 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Butte County, it is worth more than 32% 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 961 Madison St, Chico, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 961 Madison St, Chico, CA was $2,124. The county assessed it at $192,097.

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