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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Ceiling fans
  • On-site laundry facility
  • Spacious living space
  • In-unit dishwasher
  • Useful amenities
  • Comfortable living

Location

1045 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926, USA|The Avenues
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Management

Project Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(530) 588-0582

Property Overview

Bidwell Manor Apartments earns strong marks for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, with useful features like ceiling fans, an on-site laundry facility, a dishwasher, and spacious living areas. It stands out for a lively, walkable neighborhood with many nearby restaurants and mixed-use spaces, plus practical advantages for work-from-home needs and pet-related conveniences.

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, Bidwell Manor Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bidwell Manor 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2X12 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,375–$1,475 /mo2 units available
3X23 bed2 bath1,300 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availableSpacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in Chico, CA offering comfortable, functional living space. The unit features a sliding living room door that brings in natural light, ceiling fans in all bedrooms for added comfort, and an in-unit dishwasher. Most units include a garbage disposal, and on-site laundry facility available for convenience. Well-suited for those seeking a practical layout and useful amenities in a central Chico location.

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Amenities for Bidwell Manor Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Ceiling Fans in All BedroomsCentral Heat
Central Heat and AirCentral Heating and Air Conditioning
Oversized Closets

Appliances

Electric Stove/OvenGarbage Disposal
Garbage DisposalsRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Bidwell Manor Apartments

HomeApartments in ChicoThe Avenues Bidwell Manor Apartments

Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in Chico, CA offering comfortable, functional living space. The unit features a sliding living room door that brings in natural light, ceiling fans in all bedrooms for added comfort, and an in-unit dishwasher. Most units include a garbage disposal, and on-site laundry facility available for convenience. Well-suited for those seeking a practical layout and useful amenities in a central Chico location.


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, Bidwell Manor Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bidwell Manor 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 Bidwell Manor 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.
Bidwell Manor 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.
Bidwell Manor 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.
Bidwell Manor 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 Bidwell Manor 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.

Bidwell Manor Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

Social life

  • 141 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 265 mixed-use spaces nearby

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Bidwell Manor Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 464 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in The Avenues

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Bidwell Manor Apartments to be 10% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in The Avenues.

3-bedroom apartments at Bidwell Manor Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in The Avenues.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
The Avenues
Chico
A table of studio rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,050
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$1,009
A table of studio rental data trends in The Avenues
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$895
February 2025$985
March 2025$995
April 2025$995
May 2025$995
August 2025$950
September 2025$983
October 2025$995
December 2025$1,032
January 2026$1,029
February 2026$1,026
March 2026$1,047
April 2026$1,041
June 2026$995
July 2026$995
August 2026$990
October 2026$1,021

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1045 Esplanade?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,375.
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Schools near Bidwell Manor Apartments

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

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 1045 Esplanade

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
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 1045 Esplanade, Chico

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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