Bidwell's Mill Apartments

500 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926

Last Updated: 1 Wk Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,150 - $1,250
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
500 - 708 sq ft

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1 bed 1 bath

$1,150
1 Bed, 1 Bath
500 Sq. Ft.
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June1bd
$1,150
500
Jun. 1

2 bed 1 bath

$1,250
2 Beds, 1 Bath
708 Sq. Ft.
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Details

Lease Term Options

  • Fixed Term Lease

Property Information

  • Built in 1968
  • 30 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

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  • Amenity Fee
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  • Other
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • 24/7 Emergency Maintenance
  • Appfolio Online Resident Portal
  • Assigned Parking
  • In-house Maintenance Staff
  • No Application Fees!
  • No Credit Check Fees!
  • No Pet Rent, 2-indoor Cats Allowed!
  • Off Street Parking, Onsite Laundry
  • Off-street Parking
  • Onsite Manager
  • Onsite Managers
  • Up To 2 Indoor Only Cats- No Pet Rent

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Family Room
  • Freezer

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Online Services
  • Picnic Area
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Public Transportation
  • Recycling
  • Storage Space

Map of Bidwell's Mill Apartments

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Amtrak

Moving to Downtown Chico, Chico, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Bidwell's Mill Apartments proximity to Shops at Mangrove, Downtown Fashion Plaza, and Park Plaza Shopping Center. Shops at Mangrove is 0.6 miles away, and Downtown Fashion Plaza is within a 12 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 40, Bidwell's Mill Apartments has some public transit, including 1 transit stop within 0.9 miles. Transit options include Chico Amtrak.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Bidwell's Mill Apartments are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 3.2 miles, including Gateway Science Museum, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, and Chico Creek Nature Center.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Citrus Avenue Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Chico Junior High School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Notre Dame School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Chico High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Loma Vista School

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

Rose Scott Open-Structure School

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Chico State Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
Butte College, Chico Campus Drive: 9 min (4.4 mi)
Butte College, Oroville Drive: 23 min (14.4 mi)

About Bidwell's Mill Apartments

Bidwell's Mill Apartments is conveniently located in the heart of Chico next to downtown shopping, restaurants, CSUChico, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, Ringel Park, Gateway Science Museum, Bidwell Park One-Mile recreation area and most of… Chico's popular social venues. Large sliding glass doors offer window views of the creek from the comfort of your living room or step out onto your patio to enjoy the serene view and sounds of Big Chico Creek. Our windowed bedrooms have ceiling fans and sliding door closets. These apartments have ample storage space, and are equipped with central heat and air, dishwashers, garbage disposals, ceiling fans, and best of all, off street parking in the downtown area!

Our professional onsite Resident Manager is available M-F during office hours or by appointment.

Section 8 accepted. Up to 2-indoor cats accepted. No pet fees!!
NO application fees, NO credit check fees!! Applications processed on a first come, first served basis. The sooner you apply, the higher on the list you will be!!

Bidwell's Mill Apartments is an apartment community in Chico, CA

Contact

Property Address:
500 Esplanade,
Chico, CA 95926
Phone Number: (530) 767-4255
Office Hours
  • Sunday By Appointment Only
  • Monday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Tuesday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Wednesday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Thursday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Friday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Saturday By Appointment Only

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Languages: English

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