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Bidwell's Mill Apartments

500 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926

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    $1,100 - $1,300

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    500 - 708 sq ft

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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!!

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Rent Specials are Available on Select Units

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Highlights

  • Walk To Campus
  • Porch
  • Office
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Views
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

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1 bed 1 bath
$1,100 – $1,200 1 Bed 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit June1bd
    price $1,150
    Unit Special
    square feet 500
    availibility Jun 1, 2027
2 bed 1 bath
$1,250 – $1,300 2 Beds 1 Bath 708 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit Details
  • Unit June
    price $1,250
    square feet 708
    availibility Jun 1, 2027
1 bed 1 bath
$1,100 – $1,200 1 Bed 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit Details
  • Unit June1bd
    price $1,150
    Unit Special
    square feet 500
    availibility Jun 1, 2027
2 bed 1 bath
$1,250 – $1,300 2 Beds 1 Bath 708 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit June
    price $1,250
    square feet 708
    availibility Jun 1, 2027
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $0
    • Due at Move-In
      • Amenity Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $0
      • Other
        Charged per unit.
        $0
  • Cats
    Max of 2, Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
    Restrictions:
    Up to 2-indoor cats allowed. No breeding. Lawful ordinances apply.
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  • Birds
    Max of 2, Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
    Restrictions:
    Up to 2-indoor birds allowed. No breeding. Lawful ordinances apply.
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  • Fish
    Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
    Restrictions:
    Up to one 55-gallon tank allowed. No breeding. Lawful ordinances apply.
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  • Reptiles
    Max of 2, Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
    Restrictions:
    Up to 2-indoor reptiles allowed. No breeding. Lawful ordinances apply.
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  • Surface Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $0 / mo
    Comments
    Max of 1, Surface Lot
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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.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • Fixed Term Lease

Property Information

  • Built in 1968
  • 30 units/2 stories

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 located in Butte County and the 95926 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chico Unified School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • 24/7 Emergency Maintenance
  • Appfolio Online Resident Portal
  • Assigned Parking
  • In-house Maintenance Staff
  • Move-in February 2026 Call Today!
  • No Application Fees!
  • No Credit Check Fees!
  • No Pet Rent, 2-indoor Cats Allowed!
  • Off Street Parking, Onsite Laundry
  • Off-street Parking
  • Onsite Manager
  • Wait List Only For Summer / Fall 2026

Contact

Language: English
Open By Appointment Today
  • Monday - Friday, 12pm - 2pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, By Appointment

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Recycling

Grill

24 Hour Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Recycling
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Storage Space
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Walk To Campus

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Freezer

Patio

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Office
  • Views
  • Linen Closet
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Lawn
Location
500 Esplanade, Chico,
CA 95926
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Neighborhood

Downtown Chico is the thriving retail and cultural center nestled in the heart of the city. Rows of colorful historic buildings contain a bevy of specialty shops, boutiques, art galleries, cafes, museums, theaters, salons, restaurants, and bars centered on the walkable Main Street.

Numerous apartments and houses are available for rent within close reach of the downtown core as well as California State University-Chico and the lower portion of the sprawling Bidwell Park. Renting in Downtown Chico means joining a close-knit community brought together by an array of regular events like Thursday Night Market, Friday Night Concerts, Open Air Marketplace, and Taste of Chico. Getting around the neighborhood is easy, whether you choose to walk, bike, drive, or take B-Line.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Downtown Chico Chico, CA
Studio $892 $946
1 Bedroom $1,010 $1,242
2 Bedrooms $1,225 $1,465
3 Bedrooms $1,710 $1,730
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Recycling
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Storage Space
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Walk To Campus
  • 24/7 Emergency Maintenance
  • Appfolio Online Resident Portal
  • Assigned Parking
  • In-house Maintenance Staff
  • Move-in February 2026 Call Today!
  • No Application Fees!
  • No Credit Check Fees!
  • No Pet Rent, 2-indoor Cats Allowed!
  • Off Street Parking, Onsite Laundry
  • Off-street Parking
  • Onsite Manager
  • Wait List Only For Summer / Fall 2026
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Office
  • Views
  • Linen Closet
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Lawn
Expenses
One-Time
Bird Fee $0
Cat Fee $0
Fish Fee $0
Reptile Fee $0
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 12pm - 2pm
Tuesday 12pm - 2pm
Wednesday 12pm - 2pm
Thursday 12pm - 2pm
Friday 12pm - 2pm
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
530-267-6777
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities 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
Butte College, Glen County
Drive: 30 min 18.9 mi
Bidwell's Mill Apartments is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Chico State. It is also near Butte College, Chico Campus and Butte College, Oroville.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Citrus Avenue Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
383 Students
Attendance Zone
Loma Vista School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
21 Students
Nearby
Chico Junior High School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
861 Students
Attendance Zone
Chico High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,804 Students
Attendance Zone
Rose Scott Open-Structure School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Notre Dame School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
245 Students
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Chico Amtrak
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
73 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Bidwell's Mill Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Shops at Mangrove
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Downtown Fashion Plaza
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Park Plaza Shopping Center
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Bidwell's Mill Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Gateway Science Museum
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Chico Creek Nature Center
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
Bidwell Park
Drive: 16 min 5.5 mi
Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park
Drive: 14 min 6.6 mi
Bidwell's Mill Apartments has 5 parks within 6.6 miles, including Gateway Science Museum, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, and Chico Creek Nature Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Enloe Medical Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Bidwell's Mill Apartments is 0.8 mile and a 15 minute walk from Enloe Medical Center.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Beale Air Force Base
Drive: 94 min 66.2 mi
Bidwell's Mill Apartments is 66.2 miles and a 94 minute drive from Beale Air Force Base.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bidwell's Mill Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While Bidwell's Mill Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Bidwell's Mill Apartments?

Select utilities are included in rent at Bidwell's Mill Apartments, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Bidwell's Mill Apartments?

Parking is available at Bidwell's Mill Apartments and is free of charge for residents.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Bidwell's Mill Apartments has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,100/mo. to $1,300/mo.

Is Bidwell's Mill Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Bidwell's Mill Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Bidwell's Mill Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,100 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $44,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Bidwell's Mill Apartments have move-in specials?

Bidwell's Mill Apartments is offering Specials on select units, with rental rates starting at $1,150.

Does Bidwell's Mill Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Bidwell's Mill Apartments does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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