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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Large patios
  • Washer and dryer
  • Granite counter tops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ceiling fans

Location

398 Bidwell Pl, Chico, CA 95926, USA
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Management

NVPM Property Management Services, Inc.

Leasing office

(530) 566-9223

Property Overview

Lafayette Park earns strong marks overall with an 8.5 expert rating, supported by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It also offers practical features like a dishwasher, washer and dryer, large patios, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and ceiling fans, along with 50 photos, nearby schools, pet services, and a lively, walkable area with many dining and entertainment options.

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, Lafayette Park is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Lafayette Park 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
  • Middle school nearby
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath$2,000 /mo1 unit available$2000/monthly Security Deposit $2000. 1 Year Lease Term. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath. This property is tucked away yet located very close to campus in a park like setting with plenty of parking with central heat and air, dual pane windows, washers and dryers in every unit. Newer stainless steel appliances, outdoor Brick BBQ, Ceiling Fans, Dishwasher, Granite counter tops and large patios. Off street parking. This property is a 4 bedroom but one bedroom is currently locked. If the residents want to add an extra person, we can open this bedroom. There would be a price increase of $400 to the total rent to add a person. * Renters Insurance required upon move-in * Garbage and common area landscaping included with rent * Pics of are a similar unit * Pets considered with pet screening. Pet rent is $50/monthly per pet (maximum 2)
5BR/3.0BA5 bed3 bath$2,500–$2,650 /mo2 units available$2650/monthly $2650 Security deposit. 5 Bedroom 3 Bath located very close to campus in a park like setting with plenty of parking and washer and dryer. Stainless steel appliances, Brick BBQ, Ceiling Fans, Dishwasher, Granite counter tops and large patio. There is an option of locking one or 2 bedrooms to make this property either a 4 bedroom or 3 bedroom. The rent would be reduced in either situation. Please call for more information. * Renters Insurance required upon move-in * Landscaping included with rent * Garbage included with rent * Pest control included with rent * Pets considered with pet screening. Pet rent is $50/monthly per pet (maximum 2 pets) 2 year lease option: $500 per room. 3 year lease option: $450 per room. *There will be up to an 7.7% increase on rent on the 3rd year

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Amenities for Lafayette Park

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
DryerSecurity System

Appliances

Central Heat & AirDishwasher
In-Unit LaundryOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Common Area LandscapingOff-Street Parking
Outdoor BBQOutdoor Space

Services

GarbageLandscaping
Pest Control
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
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units6

About Lafayette Park

HomeApartments in Chico Lafayette Park

$2650/monthly $2650 Security deposit. 5 Bedroom 3 Bath located very close to campus in a park like setting with plenty of parking and washer and dryer. Stainless steel appliances, Brick BBQ, Ceiling Fans, Dishwasher, Granite counter tops and large patio. There is an option of locking one or 2 bedrooms to make this property either a 4 bedroom or 3 bedroom. The rent would be reduced in either situation. Please call for more information. * Renters Insurance required upon move-in * Landscaping included with rent * Garbage included with rent * Pest control included with rent * Pets considered with pet screening. Pet rent is $50/monthly per pet (maximum 2 pets) 2 year lease option: $500 per room. 3 year lease option: $450 per room. *There will be up to an 7.7% increase on rent on the 3rd year


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, Lafayette Park is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Lafayette Park 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 Lafayette Park
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.
Lafayette Park 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.
Lafayette 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.
Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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·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.

Lafayette Park is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 119 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 18 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 Lafayette Park compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.9 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.4 miles away

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Rent trends in Chico

3-bedroom apartments at Lafayette Park cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chico.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
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

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 398 Bidwell Pl?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$80,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Schools near Lafayette Park

Butte County Community School - Lead

601 wall st

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

Emma Wilson Elementary School

1530 w eighth ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-5Public
B+

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 398 Bidwell Pl

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 398 Bidwell Pl, Chico

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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