690 Esplanade Chico, CA 95926

$1,800,000 Active
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 4,967 Sq.Ft.
  • 0.29 Acres
  • Front porch to watch the Esplanade Front porch to watch the Esplanade
  • Front porch to watch the Esplanade
  • Living room with original and updated custom woodworking
  • Black Walnut Custom Kitchen
  • Custom pool with stream tile motif
  • Welcome your guests in with original door
  • Front porch with updated tiled floor
  • Entry Way with custom woodworking
  • Updated wood staircase
  • Sitting room looking towards the entry
  • No expense spared in woodwork
  • What a living room! Wood beams, true oak flooring and wood cased windows
  • New custom built gas fireplace
  • French doors leading to the side patio
  • From the living room walk into to large dining room
  • Thanksgiving dinner will be fabulous in this dining room
  • Buffet with tons of storage and lighting to display your treasures
  • This kitchen has 2 dishwashers, 2 sinks, 2 refrigerators and 6 burner range
  • Don't miss out on the conversation with this island
  • Kitchen island looks towards relaxing nook area
  • Storage is not a problem or counter space in this kitchen
  • Beverage bar has it's own refrigerator, dishwasher, sink and built in cooler for bottles
  • Granite backsplash all the way to the upper cabinets
  • Nook looks onto the pool, outdoor dining and firepit area
  • Main floor Guest bath
  • Large primary suite
  • Primary suite is on the main floor with 2 walk in closets
  • Knock your socks off primary bath
  • Dressing area outside 2nd walk in closet
  • Shower tile matches pool matif
  • The best shower I've seen- 3 shower heads and it's a steam shower too!
  • Primary walk in closet #1
  • Primary walk in closet # 2
  • Custom Built Laundry Room with access to primary bath
  • Downstairs kitchen that has an ice maker, refrigerator and dishwasher!
  • Media room is ready for the games
  • Media room also serves as a great exercise space
  • 4 TV's and a wine room to look at
  • Downstairs bedroom is large and has a big closet
  • Downstairs bedroom with custom lighting
  • Upstairs Bedroom # 1, serene and it's own Mini-split for comfort
  • So light and bright with custom lighting as well
  • Upstairs jack and Jill bath with it's own mini-split and custom shower tile
  • Upstairs bedroom # 2 with it's own mini-split
  • Apartment full bath
  • Apartment shower
  • Above the garage is this darling apartment with mini-splits for it's own comfort
  • Apartment has it's own kitchette with refrigerator and sink
  • Apartment has a brand new custom stair climber for those who need it
  • Twilight at the front porch
  • Backyard is a like a hotel with all it offers
  • Pool has a hot tub and cool plunge
  • Outdoor kitchen has dishwasher, full gas range, convenience store refrigerator opens to bar area
  • Outdoor dining with has heater, opens to kitchen
  • What a place for outdoor dining!
  • Patios, dining and more all ready for your parties!
  • Another outdoor sitting area
  • Private outdoor shower and 1/2 bath
  • Outdoor 1/2 bath
  • Looking to this beautiful home from outdoor sitting
  • Wade in pool with hot tub right off the kitchen area in home
  • Your own private putting green!
  • This corner invites you to see beyond and behind the gates!
  • Bird's eye view of the yard
  • Don't miss the upstairs patio
  • Even the side yard invites you to walk and enjoy the views
  • This property packs a punch, all the boxes are checked!
  • A downtown Esplanade location that offers privacy and the custom features you'd hoped for!

About the Property

A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship, History & Modern Vision; Words hardly do justice to the extraordinary quality, rich history, and inspired vision behind this beautifully reimagined Classic Chico Craftsman. Thoughtfully remodeled with influences from the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright Prairie style, this one-of-a-kind home blends timeless architecture with sophisticated modern living. From the original Australian hardwood flooring to the stunning wood-framed windows, every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is both striking and functional, featuring a professional-grade 6-burner range, custom black walnut cabinetry, and picturesque windows that frame serene views of the pools—creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The lower level has been brilliantly transformed into a fully functional extension of the home, offering a media room, fitness space, steam room, wine cellar, and more—delivering a lifestyle experience rarely found. Throughout the home, exquisite woodwork takes center stage, including custom crown molding, doors, windows, and built-in cabinetry. Each room reveals its own character and purpose, offering unexpected spaces designed to be enjoyed, lingered in, and lived in fully. Owning a home that so seamlessly balances historic charm with thoughtful, high-end updates is a rare and meaningful opportunity—one you’ll appreciate every single day. Step outside and experience true resort-style living with a spacious yard featuring a stunning pool, putting green, outdoor kitchen, fire pit area, and private access to a fully self-contained ADU—perfect for guests, extended living, or additional income. And just beyond your doorstep, enjoy the charm and vibrancy of downtown Chico, just blocks away, with its beloved restaurants, boutiques, and community atmosphere. This is more than a home—it’s a legacy property.

Property Information

Size 4,967 SqFt
Price/SqFt $362
Lot Size 0.29 Acres
Year Built 1918
Property Type Single Family Residence
Listing Number SN26075643
Listed 4/8/2026
Modified 6/16/2026
Listing Agent Becky Prater
Listing Office Platinum Partners Real Estate
Bedrooms 5
Total Baths 5
Full Baths 3
1/2 Baths 2
Pool Yes
Spa Yes
HOA Dues None

Property Features

Common Walls
  • No Common Walls
Foundation
  • Concrete Perimeter
Garage Spaces
  • 2.00
Laundry
  • Individual Room
Levels
  • Two
Roofing
  • Composition
Sewer
  • Public Sewer
Style
  • Craftsman
Water Source
  • Public
Eating Area
  • Dining Room
  • Breakfast Nook
Electric
  • Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Photovoltaics on Grid
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Wood
Other Structures
  • Guest House
  • Storage
Spa
  • In Ground
  • Private
Fencing
  • Wood
  • Excellent Condition
  • Wrought Iron
Heating
  • Natural Gas
  • Forced Air
  • Central
Patio and Porch
  • Front Porch
  • Concrete
  • Tile
Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Frames
  • Screens
Cooling
  • Electric
  • Humidity Control
  • Central Air
  • Wall/Window Unit(s)
Exterior
  • Awning(s)
  • Rain Gutters
  • Barbecue Private
  • Lighting
Fireplace
  • Gas
  • Wood Burning
  • See Remarks
  • Living Room
Pool
  • In Ground
  • Private
  • Heated
  • Gunite
Utilities
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer Connected
  • Electricity Connected
  • Water Connected
Community
  • Gutters
  • Street Lights
  • Urban
  • Storm Drains
  • Sidewalks
Parking
  • Garage
  • Gated
  • Garage Faces Side
  • Driveway Level
  • Off Street
  • Paved
  • Concrete
  • Driveway
  • Garage - Two Door
Interior
  • Wet Bar
  • Granite Counters
  • Wired for Sound
  • Chair Railings
  • Pantry
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Stair Climber
  • Quartz Counters
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Crown Molding
  • 2 Staircases
  • Wainscoting
  • Storage
Lot Features
  • Sprinklers Drip System
  • Sprinklers Timer
  • Lawn
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinklers In Rear
  • Sprinkler System
  • Level with Street
  • Front Yard
  • 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Walkstreet
  • Level
  • Sprinklers In Front
  • Garden
  • Corner Lot