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Highlights

  • Updated kitchen
  • New bathroom
  • Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath
  • Freshly renovated
  • New flooring throughout

Location

641 W 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA|The Avenues
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Management

NVPM Property Management Services, Inc.

Leasing office

(530) 566-9223

Property Overview

641 W 1st Ave is a freshly renovated, spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath home featuring an updated kitchen, new bathroom, and new flooring throughout. With an expert rating of 9.2/10, including perfect value-for-money (10/10) and strong scores for amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness, it delivers an excellent overall living experience. Its strong value percentile in the area and proximity to well-rated schools further enhance its appeal for renters seeking both comfort and convenience.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
641 W 1st Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,100 /mo1 unit available$1100/month $1100 Deposit. Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment close to Chico State for a great price. Downstairs unit. Freshly renovated with new flooring throughout, new bathroom, updated kitchen, freshly painted on the interior!!! *Light landscaping, Trash and Cold Water included with rent! *Renters insurance is required by move in *Sorry, no Pets!

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Amenities for 641 W 1st Ave

Apartment Amenities

Trash

Appliances

FridgeMicrowave
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Other

Cold Water
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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HomeApartments in ChicoThe Avenues 641 W 1st Ave

$1100/month $1100 Deposit. Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment close to Chico State for a great price. Downstairs unit. Freshly renovated with new flooring throughout, new bathroom, updated kitchen, freshly painted on the interior!!! *Light landscaping, Trash and Cold Water included with rent! *Renters insurance is required by move in *Sorry, no Pets!


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
641 W 1st Ave is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 641 W 1st Ave
Price·10A 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.
641 W 1st Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
641 W 1st Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cold water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 641 W 1st Ave 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.
641 W 1st Ave 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·9A 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.
641 W 1st Ave has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

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 641 W 1st Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in The Avenues

2-bedroom apartments at 641 W 1st Ave cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in The Avenues.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
The Avenues
Chico
A table of studio rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$995
June 2024$995
July 2024$963
August 2024$995
September 2024$1,008
October 2024$998
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$1,023
A table of studio rental data trends in The Avenues
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$995
June 2024$995
July 2024$995
August 2024$967
September 2024$995
October 2024$995
January 2025$895
February 2025$985
March 2025$995
April 2025$995
May 2025$995
August 2025$950
September 2025$983
October 2025$995
December 2025$1,032
January 2026$1,029
February 2026$1,026
March 2026$1,047
April 2026$1,041

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near 641 W 1st Ave

Citrus Avenue Elementary School

1350 citrus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B-

Butte County Community School - Lead

601 wall st

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

Hooker Oak Elementary School

1238 arbutus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B+

Oakdale

290 e ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-12Public
B

Oak Bridge Academy

1950 e 20th st ste 727

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

The Avenues | Chico, CA

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

Getting around Chico near 641 W 1st Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 641 W 1st Ave, Chico

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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