- 1,876
- sqft
- 1959
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- SN26236658
- County:
- Butte
- Listed By:
- John Barroso - Parkway Real Estate Co.
- Agent Phone:
- (530) 570-8489
- Agent Email:
- john@parkwayrec.com
Discover a fantastic opportunity in Chico’s sought-after Barber District! Full of character and potential, this charming two-story duplex offers 1,876 square feet of living space and endless possibilities for homeowners and investors. Live in one unit while renting out the other, add to your investment portfolio, or bring your own vision to life! Each unit features 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom upstairs, a convenient half bath downstairs, hardwood flooring, updated windows, and indoor laundry. Adding to the appeal, each residence enjoys its own private backyard, detached one-car garage with alley access, and separate gas and electric meters, providing added convenience and independence for both occupants. Located just blocks from Downtown Chico, Chico State University, local restaurants, shopping, the Farmers Market, and beautiful Bidwell Park, this property puts some of Chico’s favorite destinations right at your fingertips. Whether you're looking for a smart investment, an opportunity to offset your mortgage with rental income, or a property to make your own, this Barber District duplex is full of possibilities!
Highlights
- Residential Income
- Duplex
- Built in 1959
- 0.13 Acre Lot
- $0/ HOA
- 2 Car Garage
- 4 days on Market
-
- Year Built
- 1959
-
- Stories
- 2.0
-
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
-
- Construction Materials
- Stucco
-
- Garage Spaces
- 2.0
-
- Parking Features
- Garage
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- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Up, Solid Surface Counters
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- Appliances
- Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven
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- Flooring
- Vinyl, Carpet, Wood
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- Pool Features
- None
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- Cooling
- Wall Window Units
-
- Heating
- Wall Furnace
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- Acres
- 0.13
-
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Yard
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- View
- Neighborhood
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- Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
-
- Water
- Public
-
- County
- Butte
-
- City
- Chico
-
- Zip Code
- 95928
-
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1040 Normal Ave was listed on November 04, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 4 days.
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This home was built in 1959, making it approximately 67 years old.
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1040 Normal Ave sits on a 0.13-acre lot, which is 5,663 square feet.
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Last Updated: November 08, 2026 at 01:57PM | Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service | MLS#: SN26236658
