Chico Real Estate - Becky Prater

1558 Palm Ave, Chico CA

admin — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:35:21 +0000

Here’e the cutey home I listed in the Avenue’s of Chico for $192,000. Don’t let the front fool you this is a 3 bed/1bth home that is over 950 sq. ft. It’s been updated, remodeled with new windows, paint, carpet, kitchen and bath. New front yard landscaping includes auto sprinklers and CLEAR Termite and Septic REPORTS on file! Call to see this affordable cottage home.

New Chico “AVENUES” Listing

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:52:56 +0000

Before this hits the presses, or any website but my own anyway, I’m listing this morning a 3 bed/1bth home at 1558 Palm Ave, The seller has done alot of work on this over the past several months and its ready to see! It’s a cutey with new carpet, paint, baseboard, front landscaping, and already has a clear septic and termite report. This will go fast as we’ve priced it at $192,000!!

Call me immediately to see this little charmer~

Searching Chico Real Estate

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:47:53 +0000

I want to apologize for new format in searching Chico or any real estate on my website. Our local Multiple Listing Service changed within the last 3 weeks and they are still working the bugs out. If you’ll skip the old map and go to SEARCH CHICO REAL ESTATE that will be the easiest method. I do like the google map that shows up to pinpoint where each listing is.

Another new developement with this system is that if a foreclosure or short sale goes INTO escrow it will still be shown as ACTIVE or AVAILABLE. Please send me a quick email or call my cellular to confirm if one of these is in fact available. On our Realtor site they show as “BACKUP” so I’ll be able to quickly let you know. Thank you for your patience during this difficult transition, I’ m working on simplifing the search area.

Oroville,CA mobile home

admin — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:46:13 +0000

Deal of the NewYear on this mobile in Olive Hill Mobile Estates! oNLY $6900.00?? Can it be? Yes, it is! Olive Hill is a senior mobile home park near the hospital and community center. Space rent is $395.00 monthly plus utilities, park offers a pool, clubhouse and RV storage for its residents.
This mobile is a 1973, double wide approximately 1000 sq. ft and although it does have a few maintenance issues the cost compensates for that. Call me today to make an appt to see this great buy!

2010 New Year’s Resolution!

admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 22:00:02 +0000

We made it through 2009, not the best Chico real estate year but I have to say all my buyer’s got what I think were great buys! I didn’t expect, like most, that this recession would be so devastating to values in everything. We’re all thinking now to “bargain” shop for everything from stocks, real estate, retail, about the only thing I didn’t save on were the basics of food and gas!
The year did end on an UP note, more escrows now in my file drawer than in the last year at one time, most seller’s have come to realize that the prices aren’t in an upward trend yet and most buyer’s are pleased with prices and interest rates! I just represented buyer’s in Paradise and Chico are they are thrilled. Interest rates do seem to be on the rise though, since the beginning of December they’re averaging over 5% for 30 year fixed rate loans.

I have a couple of listings coming up, a very small home in the Avenues for under $200,000 and a Mission Ranch home that backs up to Lindo Channel. I’ll keep the blog updated on a more regular basis- My New Year’s Resolution!! Hope to see or talk to you in TWENTYTEN!!

31 Northwood Commons- NOW $218,900!!

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:37:49 +0000

Wow- Great new price on wonderful 2 bed/2bth condo at Chico’s prestigious Norhtwood Commons! Complex has pool, heated spa, clubhouse, great privacy oriented landscaping and quiet living! This is an interior unit that looks over greenbelt and feels like your patio is private yet expansive! Double car garage, owner has updated wonderfully. Check it out!!

Just an update, this listing just closed escrow for $205,000. Great price for this beautiful home, there are others in Northwood Commons on the market now worth checking out if this is a neighborhood you’re interested in, prices are down and the amenities are still great!

31 Northwood Commons

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:17:51 +0000

Chico’s prettiest and best kept condominium neighborhood is where my newest listing is!! Northwood Commons has been a personal favorite since I started selling homes here in 1979, I must’ve always wanted to live here, beautiful grounds, pool, spa, tennis courts and now that the landscape has matured its very private! This new listing is cute, colorful, and a hard to find interior lot. Check out the photos and call me to see in person, its been lovingly cared for and updated by the current seller and priced at $229,000 for this 2 bed/2bth home!

This crazy market

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:08:47 +0000

Everything it seems I have read in the last two days contradicts the thing I read before, what is this market doing? Where is it heading?? Buyer’s are nervous but at the same time anxious to take advantage of these low interest rates and prices. Seller’s aren’t happy if they’ve bought in the last 7 years, a few are ready to make a change even in this market knowing they’ll pay low on their next purchase. What seems positive is that the buyer tax credit looks to be extended and hopefully the program enhanced to include all buyers! Also positive is that in spite of all the predictions of higher rates the interest rates are staying close to 5% which really helps out buyers of all properties!

My 2 listings at Wendy Way and Waterford Drive sold very quickly still proving the market under $235,000 is strong in Chico CA! Buyer’s are willing and expect to compete for decent homes in that price range.
Keep any referrals coming, I appreciate it and look forward to helping more buyers and sellers these last few months of 2009!!!

HUGE Backyard at this Chico Home

admin — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 15:51:30 +0000

This home has been in the family for over 30 years and now you can enjoy the private, big backyard. Originally one of the model homes in the Waterford subdivision this 3 bed/2bth home has a double car garage, newer roof, kitchen appliances, fireplace and is ready to move in to. You’ll want to make it your own at this great price! Yard features automatic sprinklers, fully fenced, dog run, pad and electrical for future hot tub and room for garden! Check out this new listing, its a great opportunity, $221,500!

Awesome Custom Chico CA home

admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:30:29 +0000

You won’t believe this 2007 custom built 3500 SQ. FEET home with 5 full bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, living, dining and MEDIA rooms! Off street location, it offers a special set up that you won’t find elsewhere. Its a set up for busy lives, easy living and lots of room. All bedrooms are big, one downstairs with its own bath, 4 up with another 2 baths. Downstairs you’ll find a big media room, travertine floors and huge kitchen that can fit the entire crowd!
The energy efficiency of this home is off the charts, central heating and cooling system is over 90% efficient and has 4 zones. High recovery water heater, insulation above and beyond including all interior walls and between floors! Home also has intercom and speakers in most rooms. $475,000 for all this, check this special home out!