1769 Thea AveChicoCA95928
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1769 Thea Ave, Chico, CA, 95928 in Chico is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.91%. At $455,000 with a 4.91% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $125,708 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.91) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $111,106.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(955) | $200 |
City averages based on Chico market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,860 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,634 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.71x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 2026
3,800 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95928, Chico, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,919 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,931 (38.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,500 (53.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,488 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $507,386 |
| Average Home Value | $561,987 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,740
Single Family
12,881
Multi-Family
3,859
Businesses
1,892
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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage
Single Family
Built in 2026
3,800 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 95928, Chico, CA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,919 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,931 (38.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,500 (53.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,488 ( 8.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $507,386 |
| Average Home Value | $561,987 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,740
Single Family
12,881
Multi-Family
3,859
Businesses
1,892
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Nicole Carter • Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
Mls Name: CRMLS
Mls ID: #SN25190190