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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Professional management team
- Large pool
- Wading pool
- Comfortable setting
Location
1450 Springfield Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA
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Property Overview
Oak Meadow Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.8/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 for both price and amenities, reflecting an excellent balance between cost, features, and quality of living. Residents benefit from a professional management team, a large pool with wading pool, a comfortable setting, and a highly rated, convenient location (9/10) with good access to essential services, including multiple nearby pet-related businesses that support pet-friendly living. The 8/10 trustworthiness score underscores transparent, detailed property information.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 Bedroom 1.25 Bath - Handicap Accessible & Pet Friendly | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 948 sqft | $1,325 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Call for Availability | 2 bed | 2 bath | 948 sqft | $1,540 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 3 Bed, 2 Bath - Call for Availability | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,184 sqft | $1,710 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Oak Meadow Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Bay Windows |
| Ceiling Fan | Central Heat |
| Central Heating and Air Conditioning | Patio |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Energy-Efficient Appliances |
| Garbage Disposal | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Emergency Exit |
Services
| Grab Bar |
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
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 219 |
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About Oak Meadow Apartments
Oak Meadow Apartments offers quality Apartment homes nestled in a comfortable and amazingly convenient setting. This beautiful community is located in Central Chico, on Springfield Drive, west of Forest Avenue, only steps from the Chico Mall or a quick bike ride to Bidwell Park. Spacious and elegant, these apartments are designed to accommodate a diverse population in comfort. Play basketball on our full court or take a lap in the large pool. Children will love our fully equipped playgrounds and will have fun in our wading pool. As you enter Oak Meadow Apartments, you'll find our office conveniently located in the center of the community. Let our professional and responsive management team take care of the details while you reside in peace and comfort. We want your life here to echo your personal view of the world!
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Oak Meadow Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Oak Meadow 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.
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.
Oak Meadow 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·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.
Oak Meadow Apartments 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—pets allowed—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.
Oak Meadow 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 Oak Meadow 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.
Oak Meadow Apartments is great for:
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 Oak Meadow Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 304 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Chico
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Oak Meadow Apartments to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Chico.
3-bedroom apartments at Oak Meadow Apartments cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chico.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Chico
| Month | Median 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1450 Springfield Dr?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$57,300/yr
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Schools near Oak Meadow Apartments
Oak Bridge Academy
1950 e 20th st ste 727
chico, CA, 95928
K-12Public
Little Chico Creek Elementary School
2090 amanda way
chico, CA, 95928
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
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Neighborhood
Getting around Chico near 1450 Springfield Dr
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1450 Springfield Dr, Chico
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no 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
6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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