Bidwell's Mill Apartments

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500 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926
(530) 924-5503
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Bidwell's Mill Apartments

500 Esplanade
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 924-5503
Bidwell's Mill Apartments in Chico, CA - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,250-$1,400Pricing
  • 708Square Feet

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. 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 located in the Downtown Chico Neighborhood and 95926 Zip code of Chico, CA. This community is professionally managed by Everett Apartments

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Bidwell's Mill Apartments offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,250 and having 708 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 bed 1 bath

      From $1,250

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 708 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,250Available Now1708$1,290

      Unit 1 Amenities and Features

      Features

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

      Kitchen

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

      Living Space

      • Carpet
      • Dining Room
      • Family Room
      • Linen Closet
      • Views
      • Vinyl Flooring
      • Window Coverings

      Outdoor Space

      • Lawn
      • Patio

      Unique Features

      • Off Street Parking, Onsite Laundry

      Unit 1 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,250

      Deposit

      • $1,290 deposit

      Unit Description

      Upstairs and downstairs availability for 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments. Serene creek side living with beautiful views of Big Chico Creek from your sliding patio door and back bedroom window. Central A/C & heat, ceiling fans, appliances included: refrigerator, dishwasher, range/oven. Off-street parking, onsite laundry, onsite Manager, in-house maintenance. Water, sewer, trash services paid. Applications processed on a first come, first served basis.

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,250 - $1,400
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (530) 924-5503 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 30 Units
    • 2 Stories
    • Built in 1968

    Lease Terms

    • Leases end next summer!

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Move-In
    Amenity FeeiCharged per unit$0
    OtheriCharged per unit$0
    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$0

    Other Fees

    Parking Fees

    Surface Lot

    Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle$0/mo

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Birds

    • Fees Not Specified

    Reptiles

    • Fees Not Specified

    Cats

    • 2 Pet Limit
    • Fees Not Specified

    total of 2 pets

    Fish

    • Fees Not Specified

    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.

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Appfolio Online Resident Portal
    • Assigned Parking
    • In-house Maintenance Staff

    On-Site Services

    • Property Manager On Site
    • Trash Pickup Curbside
    • Online Services
    • Recycling
    • Public Transportation
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Laundry Facilities

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Picnic Area
    • Courtyard
    • Patio
    • Lawn

    Interior Features

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

    Kitchen Amenities

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

    Living Area Features

    • Linen Closet
    • Views
    • Window Coverings
    • Carpet
    • Office
    • Family Room
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Dining Room

    Student Features

    • Walk To Campus
    Google Map

    Map

    500 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    Tuesday12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    Wednesday12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    Thursday12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    Friday12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    SaturdayBy Appointment
    SundayBy Appointment

    Frequently Asked Questions about Bidwell's Mill Apartments

    Where is Bidwell's Mill Apartments located?

    Bidwell's Mill Apartments is located at 500 Esplanade near the Downtown Chico area of Chico, CA

    What is the current rent range at Bidwell's Mill Apartments?

    2 Bedrooms at Bidwell's Mill Apartments currently start from $1,250. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Bidwell's Mill Apartments are
    • Monday 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    • Tuesday 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    • Wednesday 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    • Thursday 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    • Friday 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
    • Saturday By Appointment
    • Sunday By Appointment

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at Bidwell's Mill Apartments is: Fall Fling Special- NO application fees, NO credit check fees!!~~Fall Fling Special- 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!!.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The Bidwell's Mill Apartments Apartments are 16.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Chico area, and 23.3% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Downtown Chico Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,250$1,496-$246-16.4%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Chico

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,250$1,630-$380-23.3%

      Methodology: On 01/01/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 173 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Bidwell's Mill Apartments (Downtown Chico), and 242 other apartment communities in Chico using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 01/01/2026

    • Family Friendly 3.0

      Family Friendly apartments feature the best community amenities for larger families like larger floorplans, playgrounds and day care options.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.0-star Family Friendly rating is based on the following features:

      • Smoke Free Options
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Dishwashers
      • Family Rooms
      • Patios
      • Property Manager on Site
      • Public Transportation
      • 24 Hour Access
      • Laundry Facilities
      • Grill(s)
      • Picnic Area
      • Courtyard
      • Balconies
      • Storage Spaces
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Heating
      • Tub/Showers
      • Air Conditioning
      • Disposals
      • Freezers
      • Kitchens
      • Views
      • Window Coverings
      • Office(s)
      • Vinyl Flooring
      • Dining Rooms
      • Lawns
      • Cable Ready
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    • Transit Friendly 3.0

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

    • Outdoors 3.0

      The Outdoors rating shows the apartment listings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com with the top amenities and features for renters who love the outdoor lifestyle.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.0-star Outdoors rating is based on the following features:

      • Balconies
      • Patios
      • Picnic Area
      • Storage Spaces
      • Lawns
      • Grill(s)
      • Courtyard
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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

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    Nearby Schools

    Chico High

    Chico Unified
    901 Esplanade
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1905 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    7/10

    Citrus Avenue Elementary

    Chico Unified
    1350 Citrus Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (341 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
    6/10

    Chico Junior High

    Chico Unified
    280 Memorial Way
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (928 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
    7/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Bidwell's Mill Apartments.

    Big Box and Retail

    Jcpenney

    1932 E 20th St
    5 minute drive / 1.77 miles away

    Target

    1951 E 20th St
    4 minute drive / 2.01 miles away

    Walgreens

    2507 Esplanade
    4 minute drive / 2.12 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    California State University, Chico

    First and Normal Sts
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

    Butte College - Chico Campus

    2320 Forest Avenue
    4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

    Groceries

    Safeway

    1366 East Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.44 miles away

    Hospitals

    Enloe Medical Center

    1531 Esplanade
    2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Garden Walk Mall

    225 Main St
    1 minute drive / 0.03 miles away

    Shops at Mangrove

    605-615 Mangrove
    1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

    Downtown Fashion Plaza

    690 Mangrove Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away

    Bidwell's Mill Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

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    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Chico Studio Apartments $1,017$750$1,175
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    Chico 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,630$1,045$2,750
    Chico 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,885$825$3,750
    Chico 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,095$675$2,980
    Chico 5 Bedroom Apartments $5,300$5,300$5,300

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