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Highlights

  • Refrigerator
  • Laundry on site
  • Huge windows
  • Small dining area
  • High ceilings
  • Electric range

Location

161 E 5th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA|Downtown Chico
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Property Overview

Senator Apartments presents a strong option for renters, with an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.4, reflecting its solid amenities, competitive pricing, and prime location. The property features excellent elements like high ceilings, huge windows, and on-site laundry, while offering exceptional convenience to local attractions and educational institutions. Additionally, the area promotes a vibrant community with pet-friendly resources, sustainability features, and an active social scene.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Senator Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Senator 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath600 sqftThese cozy downtown Senator studio apartments do not come up often! Just a short walk to anything you may need! This great 1920's style studio apartment has high ceilings, huge windows for that perfect natural lighting. The kitchen includes an electric range and refrigerator, lots of cabinet space and even a small dining area. There is laundry on site for tenant convenience! Parking is included in the Senator Theatre parking lot! Don't wait! Contact us today for this great apartment! Please do not disturb the current occupants!! One year lease Pet Policy: One fixed cat allowed with $25 pet rent. Included in Rent: Parking, Sewer, Trash, and Water Not Included in Rent: Electric You can apply only online at mychicoapartment.com, FREE TO APPLY! SORRY WE ARE NOT OPEN ON WEEKENDS. Please email or call and we will return all inquiries within the next business day. Hart Diversified LLC Phone: (530) 892-1200 Website: www mychicoapartment com Email: **** Please do not disturb existing tenants.

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Senator Apartments

HomeApartments in ChicoDowntown Chico Senator Apartments

These cozy downtown Senator studio apartments do not come up often! Just a short walk to anything you may need! This great 1920's style studio apartment has high ceilings, huge windows for that perfect natural lighting. The kitchen includes an electric range and refrigerator, lots of cabinet space and even a small dining area. There is laundry on site for tenant convenience! Parking is included in the Senator Theatre parking lot! Don't wait! Contact us today for this great apartment! Please do not disturb the current occupants!! One year lease Pet Policy: One fixed cat allowed with $25 pet rent. Included in Rent: Parking, Sewer, Trash, and Water Not Included in Rent: Electric You can apply only online at mychicoapartment.com, FREE TO APPLY! SORRY WE ARE NOT OPEN ON WEEKENDS. Please email or call and we will return all inquiries within the next business day. Hart Diversified LLC Phone: (530) 892-1200 Website: www mychicoapartment com Email: **** Please do not disturb existing tenants.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Senator Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Senator 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 Senator Apartments
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.
Senator Apartments 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Senator Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Senator 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 Senator 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.

Senator Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 172 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 58 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • The area has transit options

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 20 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 Senator Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
Studio is 115 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Chico

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Downtown Chico
Chico
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,858
December 2023$1,878
January 2024$1,872
February 2024$1,792
March 2024$1,747
April 2024$1,743
May 2024$1,861
June 2024$1,860
July 2024$1,812
August 2024$1,876
September 2024$1,929
October 2024$1,885
November 2024$1,899
December 2024$1,889
January 2025$1,910
February 2025$1,898
March 2025$1,830
April 2025$1,848
May 2025$1,831
June 2025$1,831
July 2025$1,889
August 2025$1,932
September 2025$1,918
October 2025$1,944
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Chico
MonthMedian Rent
February 2016$1,641

Schools near Senator Apartments

Hooker Oak Elementary School

1238 arbutus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B+

Parkview Elementary School

1770 e eighth st

chico, CA, 95928

K-5Public
A-

Oakdale

290 e ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-12Public
B
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Getting around Chico near 161 E 5th St

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 161 E 5th St, Chico

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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