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Highlights
- Comfortable private bedrooms
- Generous shared living spaces
- Lots of free parking
- Sparkling onsite pool
Location
1521 Nord Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
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Property Overview
Nord Gardens offers an impressive living experience with a Zumper expert rating of 8.4, highlighting its affordability and excellent amenities, including comfortable private bedrooms and a sparkling onsite pool. With a competitive price rating of 9 and an amenities rating of 10, this property stands out for its value and array of features. Additionally, its prime location, just 0.18 miles from a top-rated elementary school, allows for unparalleled convenience, making it a desirable choice for renters.
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Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
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Floor plans
| **Reserve NOW for Summer 2026*** Nord Gardens has 3 Bedroom Lease Option! | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,480 sqft | $1,875 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| **Reserve NOW for Summer 2026** Spacious 4 Bedroom Townhomes | 4 bed | 2 bath | 1,600 sqft | $2,125–$2,150 /mo | 2 units available |
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Amenities for **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Tile Flooring |
| Town house style |
Appliances
| Central Heat & Air | Dishwasher |
| Garbage Disposal | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove | Washer and Dryer |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Garbage Service | On-Site Management |
| Trash Service |
Neighborhood
| Close To Campus |
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
Applicants
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 122 |
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About **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens
Welcome to Nord Gardens — a beautiful, tree-lined community designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. Just minutes from Chico State with quick access to Butte College transit, this is the perfect place to live, learn, and plug into a welcoming community. Spacious 4 Bed, 2 Bath Townhome Living Our townhouse-style 4 bedroom, 2 bath floor plan gives you and your roommates plenty of room to spread out — from generous shared living spaces to comfortable private bedrooms. Add in garage storage and lots of FREE parking, and you’ve got the ideal setup for easy living. Stylish Interior Features: Modern pairings of LVP flooring and plush carpet Updated lighting packages that brighten each room Contemporary counters with mosaic tile accents that add personality Community Perks That Feel Like Home: Sparkling onsite pool perfect for sunny Chico days Fully equipped gym for staying active A fun, social community with regular events Opportunities to meet neighbors, make friends, and build real connections At Nord Gardens, it’s not just about having a great place to live — it’s about enjoying a community that brings people together. Contact Us for Pricing & Availability: Phone: (530) 893-2049 Email: **** Office Hours: Mon–Fri: 10 AM – 2 PM Saturday: By appointment Come see why Nord Gardens is the perfect blend of lifestyle, comfort, and community!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
**Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens 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·10A 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.
**Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
**Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens 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 **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens 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.
**Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens 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.
Reviews from the web
Showing 6 highest rated
Nice location. Very spacious, parking is okay
Gabe Sanchez
Aug 07, 2021
This new manager that works here is amazing. She has made me feel like family and is so warm and welcoming. They are so professional and the grounds o f the complex are always kept clean!! As somebody who is a parent this is so important because having a friendly family environment is so important when raising kids. I love the family atmosphere here! The new managers kids are so beautiful and just make any bad day turn great. I love that I can have a friendship with the manager and her family and that whole place feels like one giant family. Everyone is always trying to help others and do what they can and that is all thanks to the new management. She has changed the dynamic of living here and has really made it feel like such a pleasant place. They say it takes a village to raise children and here it is its own village!
Jessica Martin
Apr 07, 2021
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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 **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 216 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Chico
3-bedroom apartments at **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chico.
4-bedroom apartments at **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Chico.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Chico
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $995 |
| April 2024 | $995 |
| 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 | $1,060 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$75,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,875.
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Schools near **Preleasing for Summer** Live Affordably, Live in Style at Nord Gardens
Emma Wilson Elementary School
1530 w eighth 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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Getting around Chico near 1521 Nord Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 1521 Nord Ave, Chico
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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