Springtime in Chico

Only February, and it's SPRINGTIME in Chico! This corner of Vallombrosa and Mangrove (across from Chipotle) is absolutely my all-time favorite "bloomin' spot" at this time of year. After my mom and I visited the Farmer's Market this morning (wonderful, fresh produce!), we swung over to see whether the blossoms were out. You betcha! Next time you're cruising downtown, swing by and check it out. The blossoms only last a few weeks, so don't miss 'em!

No April Foolin'!

Spring is here, and the market is definitely picking up! Today we have 405 active single-family residential listings in our Chico area Multiple Listing Service (down from an all-time high of over 600 last year). There are 107 s-f homes in escrow (pending), and just in the past month 40 s-f homes sold (closed escrow). As CSUC graduation approaches in May, we'll no doubt see more "parent investors" coming to Chico to check out the possibility of purchasing a home or condo for their students' remaining years of school. Depending on condition and location (I always say the students like to be within "spittin' distance" of campus), one may be able to rent the extra bedrooms for $400 - $450 per bedroom per month. (In some of the funky old "porch-couch ready" campus area homes, every nook and cranny has been turned into a "bedroom"!). The ChicoLaura Team is gearing up for a busy spring and summer! (Check out the ChicoLaura web site: www.ChicoLaura.com )

Springtime in Chico!

What is lovelier than Chico in springtime? Well known as one of the best almond- (or "amin," as in "salmon," as the locals pronounce it) growing areas in the world, Chico and the surrounding agricultural areas are virtually bursting with white and pink blossoms. In addition to the nut trees, we're being treated to flowering displays by Bradford (ornamental) pears, ornamental cherry trees, and various bulb beauties. (My mom and dad's neighbors probably wondered what the heck I was doing stretched out flat on my belly on their front lawn when I was photographing these gorgeous daffodils!)