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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • On-site laundry
  • Large rooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Well-landscaped
  • On-site manager

Location

259 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
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Management

Sheraton Real Estate Management

Leasing office

(530) 342-2214

Property Overview

Phoenix Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by high marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Notable features include air conditioning, on-site laundry, large rooms, a refrigerator, a well-landscaped setting, and an on-site manager, while it is also considered great for pet friendliness and has a nearby top-rated elementary school.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Phoenix Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Phoenix Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Phoenix Apartments1 bed1 bath620 sqft$1,145 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Phoenix Apartments! This well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient location with easy access to public transportation, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Apartment Features: • 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom • Tall ceilings for an open, spacious feel • Plank flooring in living areas • Carpeted bedroom • Linoleum flooring in bathroom • Wall-unit air conditioning • Ceiling fans in both the living room and bedroom • Refrigerator included • Stove/Oven included • Double-pane windows for improved comfort and efficiency • Abundant closet and cabinet storage throughout Community Features: • On-site laundry facility • Easy access to public transportation • Convenient location near shopping, dining, and services Pet Friendly! $50 per pet per month (up to 2 pets) Schedule a showing today!

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Amenities for Phoenix Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Water and Garbage Paid

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryOn Site Washer and Dryer
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

LawnOutdoor Space
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Property details

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About Phoenix Apartments

HomeApartments in Chico Phoenix Apartments

Welcome to Phoenix Apartments! This well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient location with easy access to public transportation, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Apartment Features: • 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom • Tall ceilings for an open, spacious feel • Plank flooring in living areas • Carpeted bedroom • Linoleum flooring in bathroom • Wall-unit air conditioning • Ceiling fans in both the living room and bedroom • Refrigerator included • Stove/Oven included • Double-pane windows for improved comfort and efficiency • Abundant closet and cabinet storage throughout Community Features: • On-site laundry facility • Easy access to public transportation • Convenient location near shopping, dining, and services Pet Friendly! $50 per pet per month (up to 2 pets) Schedule a showing today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Phoenix Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Phoenix Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Phoenix Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Phoenix Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Phoenix Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Phoenix Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Phoenix Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Phoenix Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Phoenix Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Phoenix Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.6 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Chico

1-bedroom apartments at Phoenix Apartments cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chico.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Chico
A table of studio rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,037
December 2024$987
January 2025$927
February 2025$985
March 2025$983
April 2025$982
May 2025$990
June 2025$982
July 2025$941
August 2025$949
September 2025$981
October 2025$962
November 2025$967
December 2025$977
January 2026$971
February 2026$1,043
March 2026$1,048
April 2026$1,019
May 2026$1,021
June 2026$1,003
July 2026$1,039
August 2026$1,070
September 2026$1,098
October 2026$1,012

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,145.
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Schools near Phoenix Apartments

Oakdale

290 e ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-12Public
B

Citrus Avenue Elementary School

1350 citrus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B-

Hooker Oak Elementary School

1238 arbutus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B+

Butte County Community School - Lead

601 wall st

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

Oak Bridge Academy

1950 e 20th st ste 727

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chico near 259 Rio Lindo Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 259 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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