
Forest Ranch, California 95942
This Tahoe-style retreat is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $425,000—positioned well above the $381,422 Fair Market Value. While priced above the current estimate, the property offers a Condition Rating of 3 with significant recent upgrades, including a new HVAC system, updated plumbing, and a whole-house generator. The 29,185 sqft lot and vaulted wood-beamed ceilings provide a unique lifestyle experience. With a potentially assumable low-interest VA loan, this home is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants or first-time buyers seeking a move-in ready mountain sanctuary.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 4737 Hartley Subject 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,142 sqft · $174 | $399,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 2,142 | $174 | - |
A 4728 Hartley Drive Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,912 sqft · $170 · 0.1 mi | $325,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,912 | $170 | 0.1 mi |
B 15484 Nopel Active 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,338 sqft · $223 · 0.1 mi | $299,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,338 | $223 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1972, the property has been well-maintained and features key system updates within the past 5 years, including a new Lennox HVAC system, updated plumbing, a newer mini-split, and a whole-house generator. The kitchen is functional and move-in ready with newer stainless steel appliances, painted cabinets, and laminate flooring throughout the main living areas.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 29185, living area = 2142.
The home features a stunning Tahoe-style aesthetic with soaring vaulted wood-beamed ceilings and a dramatic window-wall that creates a bright, retreat-like atmosphere.
Significant recent investments include a new HVAC system, updated plumbing, a whole-house automatic generator, and a re-graded backyard, ensuring immediate move-in readiness.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2142, other record living area = 1790.
Built in 1972, the property may still feature some original structural elements or layout constraints typical of its era despite recent cosmetic and mechanical updates.
Located in the small community of Forest Ranch, residents must travel to nearby Chico for most major shopping, dining, and professional services.
PRICE REDUCED! Walking into this home is truly awe-inspiring! The soaring, vaulted wood-beamed ceiling, huge light-filled window-wall and prominent red brick chimney centerpiece evokes the feel of a Tahoe-style retreat, while being just minutes outside of Chico. With 3 bedrooms plus a large loft, all-seasons room, and 2 bathrooms this home has what you are looking for. The kitchen offers a farm style sink and faucet, 5 burner stove & stainless steel appliances. Laminate wood flooring and exposed ceiling beams flow throughout much of the home. Downstairs features 2 bedroom and one bathroom, while upstairs features a large bedroom, bathroom and open loft area, perfect for an office or additional living space. There’s also an all-seasons room with newer mini-split to heat and cool, that connects the home and the 2-car garage. This seller has spared no expense to re-grade and fence the large back yard to increase the usable areas, so now there is ample room for gardening, playing and relaxing. The fencing is even screened for added privacy. Other improvements this seller has made over the past 5 years include new heating and air (HVAC) system, several new appliances, updated plumbing, new fencing, seal-coated driveway and more! Other great property features include a whole house automatic generator, dog-run, low-maintenance yard, and paved driveway on a low-traffic, paved street just around the corner from the “downtown” center! This fabulous home is located in the charming community of Forest Ranch, just a 15-minute drive from Chico. With a fabulous charter school (K-8), post office, small grocery, restaurant (opening soon), active community center, two local churches, two fire stations (FR Volunteer and CDF Station 23) and several active community service organizations (if you want to get involved), Forest Ranch offers everything you could ask for in a small town, while being just minutes from all the amenities of Chico. Forest Ranch is also recognized as a Firewise USA Community which helps lower insurance costs. Enjoy cool summer breezes, views of the valley fog and a bit of snowfall in the winter! DID I MENTION - this property has a potentially assumable LOW interest-rate VA loan? We also have current pest, septic and roof inspections on file! Don’t miss out on the fabulous property!
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.2 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,142 | 1,931.923 |
| Lot Size | 29,185 | 111,379.769 |
| Price | $399.0K | $421.5K |
| Price per sq ft | $186 | $231 |
| Built year | 1972 | 1994 |
| HOA | $0 | $250 |
| Days on market | 39 | 97 |
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$399,000
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-3% Price Drop
Initial Listing
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$412,000
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-3% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Sep 15, 2026
$425,000
Initial Listing
Oct 19, 2021
$395,000
Public Record
Sep 24, 2018
$309,000
Public Record
Mar 30, 2005
$297,500
Public Record
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$145,000
Public Record