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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious closets
  • Air conditioning
  • Dishwashers
  • Barbecue area
  • Self-cleaning ovens
  • Dual-pane windows

Location

455 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
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Management

FPI Management

Leasing office

(844) 325-4840 ext. 9104

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Forest Park presents an overall appealing living experience with an expert rating of 8.2 out of 10, highlighting its competitive pricing and impressive amenities. Notable features include spacious closets, air conditioning, and a barbecue area, alongside a prime location boasting proximity to 87 restaurants and numerous wellness facilities. Rated highly for its value, trustworthiness, and pet-friendly environment, the property supports a vibrant community lifestyle enriched by ample outdoor spaces and social opportunities.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, FOREST PARK is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, FOREST PARK 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

  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

2x12 bed1 bath828 sqft$1,010–$1,328 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for FOREST PARK

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Ceiling FanCourtyard Views
Dual Pane WindowsFauxwood Plank Flooring
Spacious ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RefrigeratorSelf-cleaning Oven

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Barbecue/Picnic AreaBasketball Courts
Beautiful CourtyardsBike Racks
Lush Mature LandscapingOff-Street Parking
Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Transportation
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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$600

OPTIONAL FEES

Cat Policy

Allowed

Small Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

Pet Deposit

Refundable: $300.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.

$300

Small Dog

Pet Terms

2 small dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

Pet Deposit

Refundable: $300.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

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About FOREST PARK

HomeApartments in Chico FOREST PARK

Forest Park Apartments is a great place to live! Apartment homes at Forest Park are conveniently situated in serene Chico, CA amongst a well-kept residential neighborhood and perfect for any lifestyle. Its ideal location makes it easy to access Highway 99, Downtown Chico, CSU Chico, shopping centers, medical centers, the Chico area bus line, the Butte College bus line and popular entertainment. We offer two cozy one and two-bedroom floor plans elegantly designed with amenities to provide you with the most luxury and comfort. Forest Park Apartment homes feature dual-pane windows, kitchen pantries, spacious closets, air conditioning, dishwashers, garbage disposals and self-cleaning ovens. Our community invites you to surrender to the temptation of our glistening swimming pool, enjoy in a challenging game of basketball or relax and entertain guests with a cookout in the barbecue area.


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 Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, FOREST PARK is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, FOREST PARK 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 FOREST PARK
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.
FOREST PARK 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.
FOREST PARK 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.
FOREST PARK 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 FOREST PARK 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.
FOREST PARK 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 5 highest rated

Very nice people, apartments very nice, close to everything, management professional and very nice. Love living here.

Albert Hartley

Albert Hartley

Aug 07, 2018

The best place to live at! Mainly because the landlord is amazing. Anything you ask or need gets handled in a timely manner and gets actually taken care of! Thank you Sheryl for all you do

marketa suchankova

marketa suchankova

Mar 18, 2019

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

FOREST PARK is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 87 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 8 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • On-site pool or spa

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 FOREST PARK compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Chico

2-bedroom apartments at FOREST PARK cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chico.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Chico
A table of studio rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,048

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,010.
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Schools near FOREST PARK

Oakdale

290 e ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-12Public
B

Citrus Avenue Elementary School

1350 citrus ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
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 455 Rio Lindo Ave

Walking

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

Driving

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

Points of interest for 455 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

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

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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