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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Covered parking
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Recreation room
  • Resort-style pool area
  • Dog run

Location

101 Risa Way, Chico, CA 95973, USA
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Management

Villa Risa Apts

Leasing office

(530) 636-4622

Property Overview

Villa Risa Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 rating, reflecting excellent value, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It also offers covered parking, a resort-style pool area, a recreation room, a dog run, and a pet-friendly community, while the photos and value per square foot add to its appeal.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Villa Risa Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Villa Risa Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bed, 1 Bath - Now Leasing - Apply for FREE!1 bed1 bath776 sqft$1,465 /mo1 unit available
Newly Built - 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Call for Availability1 bed1 bath833 sqft$1,520 /mo1 unit available
2 Bed, 2 Bath - Now Leasing - Apply for FREE!2 bed2 bath1,007 sqft$1,675 /mo1 unit available
Newly Built: 2 Bed, 2 Bath - Call for Availability2 bed2 bath1,020 sqft$1,720 /mo1 unit available
3 Bed, 2 Bath - Call for Availability3 bed2 bath1,251 sqft$1,970 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Villa Risa Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Ceiling Fans in BedroomsCentral Heat
Central Heating and Air ConditioningGranite Countertops
Large PantriesLinen Closets In Bathrooms
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherFull Size Washer and Dryer
Garbage DisposalGas Range
In-Unit LaundryRange
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKCentral Heating & Air Conditioning
Dogs OK

Grounds

Outdoor PatioStorage
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Villa Risa Apartments

HomeApartments in Chico Villa Risa Apartments

Welcome to Villa Risa Apartments in Chico, CA! Our spacious apartments feature huge covered parking for your convenience. Enjoy the resort-style pool area for relaxation and fun in the sun. Take your furry friend to the dog run for some exercise, as we are a pet-friendly community. The recreation room is perfect for entertaining guests or hosting events. Come experience the convenience and comfort of Villa Risa Apartments today!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Villa Risa Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Villa Risa Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Villa Risa Apartments
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.
Villa Risa Apartments 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.
Villa Risa 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.
Villa Risa 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 Villa Risa 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.

Villa Risa Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile

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 Villa Risa Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 367 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 74 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Chico

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% higher than 1-bedrooms in Chico.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Villa Risa Apartments to be 19% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Chico.

3-bedroom apartments at Villa Risa Apartments cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chico.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Chico
A table of studio rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$995
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$1,021
June 2026$1,003
July 2026$1,039
August 2026$1,070
September 2026$1,137

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,700/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,700 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,492.
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Schools near Villa Risa Apartments

Shasta Elementary School

169 leora ct

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
A-

Oakdale

290 e ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-12Public
B

Hooker Oak Elementary School

1238 arbutus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B+

Butte County Community School - Lead

601 wall st

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

Oak Bridge Academy

1950 e 20th st ste 727

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public
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Getting around Chico near 101 Risa Way

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
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 101 Risa Way, Chico

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-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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