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Highlights

  • Parking lot
  • Refrigerator
  • Laundry on site
  • Huge windows
  • Large walk in closet
  • Small dining area

Location

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

Hart Diversified LLC

Leasing office

(530) 892-1200

Property Overview

Senator Apartments offers convenient on-site laundry, parking, and a refrigerator, along with large walk-in closets, huge windows, and a small dining area. These features can support a comfortable, practical living experience with good natural light and useful storage.

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, 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
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit availableWhile it's rare for studios in the Senator Apartments to come up it's even more rare for this 1 bedroom to become available.

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About Senator Apartments

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While it's rare for studios in the Senator Apartments to come up it's even more rare for this 1 bedroom to become available.


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, 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·7A 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.
Senator Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Senator Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 136 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 49 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • The area has transit 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 0.7 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.7 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 1.9 miles from public transportation
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Downtown Chico

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Downtown Chico
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Chico
MonthMedian Rent
December 2025$600
January 2026$600

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 161 E 5th St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Senator Apartments

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+

Parkview Elementary School

1770 e eighth st

chico, CA, 95928

K-5Public
A-

Oak Bridge Academy

1950 e 20th st ste 727

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

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

Explore the area around 161 E 5th St

Chico Natural Foods Co-op
818 Main St
ABC Market
715 W 9th St
Safeway
720 Mangrove Ave
Boucher Street Market
1406 Boucher St
Sierra Market
1646 Park Ave

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