1440 Laburnum AVE Chico, CA 95926

Storybook Charm Meets Modern Convenience in the Desirable Avenues!
Welcome to this rare and enchanting property offering timeless character, flexible living, and a park-like garden retreat on approximately .40 acres. This special property features a charming vintage main home plus a separate private in-law residence, creating an ideal opportunity for multi-generational living or guest accommodations.
The adorable 1949 main home offers approximately 1,036 sq ft of light-filled living space, where large picture windows bathe the interior in natural sunlight. This warm and inviting residence features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, beautiful wood flooring, and classic architectural charm. The quaint garden-view breakfast nook provides the perfect setting to enjoy morning coffee while overlooking lush greenery and listening to birdsong. Modern comforts include central heat and air, whole house fan, new roof (2023), new range, EV charging port (NEMA 14-50), and an attached one-car garage.
Privately positioned at the rear of the property, the separate in-law unit built in 2004 enjoys its own alley access and oversized one-car garage, offering excellent privacy. This delightful residence includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, attractive flooring, and a charming kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, making it ideal place for extended family or guests. The rear unit also contains its own separate water meter as well as electric and gas meter.
Step outside and discover a truly magical garden oasis. The beautifully designed landscaping features a serene pond, custom-built bridge, and picturesque arbor, creating an idyllic setting for peaceful afternoons, entertaining or evening relaxation.
Garden lovers will be thrilled by the abundance of mature fruit trees, including peach, pluot, nectarine, apricot, sour cherry, mission fig, lemon, tangelo, satsuma mandarin, mulberry, and orange. The grounds are further enhanced by majestic shade trees and stunning ornamental varieties such as dogwood, redbud, Japanese maple, camellia, arbutus, sequoia, golden rain tree, African sumac, crepe myrtle, cedar, and acacia baileyana.
This one-of-a-kind property combines vintage charm, flexible living space, and breathtaking garden beauty in one of the most desirable Avenues locations. A truly special opportunity that rarely comes available.