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Highlights

  • Full size washer and dryer
  • Vinyl plank flooring
  • Granite counter-tops
  • Upscale living destination
  • Three spacious bedrooms
  • Attached 2 car garage

Location

840 W 6th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA|South Campus
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Management

Hill Properties

Leasing office

(530) 893-3480

Property Overview

Portland Place is a highly rated, competitively priced community (overall 8.7/10, price 9/10) with standout amenities (10/10) and a convenient location (9/10) close to schools, dining, entertainment, and transit. With features like an attached 2-car garage, three spacious bedrooms, full-size washer and dryer, vinyl plank flooring, and granite countertops, it offers an upscale everyday living experience. It's particularly well suited to environmentally conscious renters, those who value social and walkable neighborhoods, and people working from home who need quiet and high-speed internet.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Portland Place is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portland Place 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

  • High school nearby
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Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

3 Bed 3 Bath3 bed3 bath$2,495 /mo2 units availableLocated on the corner of Orange and 6th Streets, Portland Place is one of Chico's newest upscale living destination. Completed in 2014, residents enjoy the convenience of three spacious bedrooms with private baths, attached 2 car garage, granite counter-tops, vinyl plank flooring, full size washer and dryer, individually controlled thermostats in each bedroom, free basic internet service and much more! Water, Sewer, Trash and Landscaping services included. Utility surcharge of $60 is assessed monthly per unit. Landlord Liability Insurance required. Move in dates range from June-August 2026 and vary based on unit and availability. Check out our video tour and RESERVE a unit today!!

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Amenities for Portland Place

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAttached Garage
Ceiling FanTown house style

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

Grounds

Garage ParkingOff-Street Parking

Services

Landscaping ServiceTrash Service
Water & Sewer Service

Neighborhood

Close To Campus
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One-time. Refundable.

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Garage Parking

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About Portland Place

HomeApartments in ChicoSouth Campus Portland Place

Located on the corner of Orange and 6th Streets, Portland Place is one of Chico's newest upscale living destination. Completed in 2014, residents enjoy the convenience of three spacious bedrooms with private baths, attached 2 car garage, granite counter-tops, vinyl plank flooring, full size washer and dryer, individually controlled thermostats in each bedroom, free basic internet service and much more! Water, Sewer, Trash and Landscaping services included. Utility surcharge of $60 is assessed monthly per unit. Landlord Liability Insurance required. Move in dates range from June-August 2026 and vary based on unit and availability. Check out our video tour and RESERVE a unit 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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Portland Place is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portland Place 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 Portland Place
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.
Portland Place 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.
Portland Place 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—in-unit laundry—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.
Portland Place 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Portland Place to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

Portland Place is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 160 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 24 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Thermostats
  • Public transit available nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • 1 internet service provider option 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 Portland Place compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in South Campus

3-bedroom apartments at Portland Place cost about 25% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Campus.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
South Campus
Chico
A table of studio rental data trends in Chico
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$1,021
A table of studio rental data trends in South Campus
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$905
November 2025$1,160
December 2025$1,165
January 2026$1,130
February 2026$1,118

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Can I afford to live at 840 W 6th St?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$99,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,495.
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Schools near Portland Place

Butte County Community School - Lead

601 wall st

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

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+

Oak Bridge Academy

1950 e 20th st ste 727

chico, CA, 95928

K-12Public

Oakdale

290 e ave

chico, CA, 95926

K-12Public
B
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Getting around Chico near 840 W 6th St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 840 W 6th St, Chico

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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