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Property Description
College Place | 642 W. 1st Avenue | Prime Chico Multi-Family Investment Opportunity
Harris Commercial is pleased to present College Place, an exceptional 8-unit multi-family investment opportunity located at 642 W. 1st Avenue in Chico, California. Ideally situated within walking distance to both California State University, Chico and downtown Chico, this property offers strong existing income, long-term upside, and an unbeatable location.
College Place consists of two buildings, each with four large, townhouse-style apartments, all fully leased and 100% occupied. Each 4-bedroom, 2-bath unit is thoughtfully laid out with a downstairs bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living area, and three bedrooms and a second bathroom upstairs-a layout perfectly suited for student and group living.
One of the units has been completely remodeled, commanding rents approximately 8% higher than the others, providing a clear value-add opportunity for future ownership.
Additional highlights include:
- Individually metered for electric, gas, and water - a rare and valuable feature that shifts utility costs to tenants
- Connected to city sewer and full municipal services
- Private fenced patios for each unit
- Low-maintenance, professionally redesigned landscaping to minimize ongoing expenses
- Fenced common rear yard with bike racks and BBQ area
- Professionally managed for many years with stable operations and low vacancy
With a desirable unit mix, separate utility metering, professional management, and premium walkability, College Place offers a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, easy-to-operate asset in one of Chico's most sought-after rental markets.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 642 W 1st Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,525,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: SN25136861
- Added to Site: 385 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): None
Rooms
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete
- Parking: Concrete
Location
- County: Butte
- Driving Directions: West on W. 1st Avenue from Warner Street, property on right
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- # Water Meters: 8
- # Gas Meters: 8
- # Electric Meters: 8
Structural Information
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Location: Between buildings
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 11,200
- Year Built: 1984
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Number of Units: 4
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 4
Unit 2
- Number of Units: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 4
Unit 3
- Number of Units: 3
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 4
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: CITY
- Lot Description: Level with Street, Rectangular Lot, Level, Near Public Transit, No Landscaping, Back Yard, Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $136.16
- Price Per Unit: 199375
Listed by Harris Commercial Real Estate, Brandon Harris
Sold by Harris Commercial Real Estate, Calen Chapman
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Schools
Schools serving 642 W 1st Ave
School District:Chico Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Citrus Avenue Elementary School 1350 Citrus Avenue, Chico, CA 95926 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Chico Junior High School 280 Memorial Way, Chico, CA 95926 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Chico High School 901 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 642 W 1st Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/29/2026
Sold
$1,525,000
-4.39%
MLS
11/18/2025
Price Reduced
$1,595,000
-4.78%
MLS
9/17/2025
Price Reduced
$1,675,000
-4.83%
MLS
7/08/2025
Listed
$1,760,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
642 W 1st Avenue, Chico, CA 95926 (MLS# SN25136861) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $1,525,000 on May 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 642 W 1st Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Chico? You can browse all Chico real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
