HOME + livestock + horse property. Available 6/1/2026.
Oak studded, 20-acre country retreat property offers a serene escape for those seeking seclusion and tranquility.
Home is tucked away down a semi-private, 300 yard gravel driveway.
This home comes unfurnished.
The open floor plan combines the kitchen and main living area in one space with an adjacent formal dining room.
The master bedroom features a private bathroom and also French doors that open to a private deck facing West towards the sunset.
The opposite wing of the house has 2 bedrooms downstairs, a bathroom and an open loft upstairs (considered a 4th bedroom).
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:
-Chicken coop.
-Covered lean-to pens suitable for small animals, goats, or sheep.
In addition to renting the above (house, 20-acres and animal pens), the tenant has the option to rent the following areas.
-Option #1 to RENT: Additional 1/2 acre fenced corral ($285/month)
-Option #2 to RENT: Additional 2-acre open pasture for grazing. Not fenced. Bring your own hot wire. ($395/month)
-Option #3 to RENT: 2,400 sq. ft. metal building. No mechanic work or auto use
permitted. ($495/month)
The above spaces are not to be sublet.
LOCATION:
Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Chico and 15 minutes from Decatur, so you can enjoy true country living without sacrificing easy access to town.
UTILITIES:
-Owner covers water
-Tenant responsible for all other utilities
-Internet available through HughesNet or Starlink
Minimum credit score of 700 required.
Tenant must have Renters Insurance including coverage for animals. Tenant is responsible for animal behavior. No pit bulls allowed.
Home must be shown with a Realtor and a brief pre-qualification form filled out. If you do not have a Realtor, please indicate this and we can provide one. Serious inquiries only, please. Due to the remote nature of this property, special arrangements are needed to be made to meet you onsite for a showing.
Apartment amenities
Property amenities
Building Deposit Fee Maximum: 2795
Building Deposit Fee Minimum: 2795
Central Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Dryer
Freezer
Heating system: Forced Air
Laundry: In Unit
Microwave Oven
Oven
Patio Balcony
Refrigerator
Washer
Water included in rent
Pet policy
Cats allowed
1 pet max
Dogs allowed
1 pet max
Terms at 415 County Road 1661
Owner pays water. Pets and farm animals permitted subject to owner's approval. No smoking in house. Applicants must have no criminal history. $48 credit check fee per person (non-refundable). Applicant approved upon meeting the following criteria: Income & Employment Gross monthly income does not meet the minimum income-to-rent ratio stated in our written criteria (e.g., 3x monthly rent). Inability to verify income or employment from the source(s) provided. Length of employment / income history does not meet the minimum required in our written criteria. Credit & Financial Credit score below the minimum stated in our written tenant selection criteria. Open collections, charge-offs, or judgments related to housing, utilities, or other debts as described in our criteria. Unpaid balance owed to a prior landlord, property manager, or utility company. Recent bankruptcy that does not meet the time-since-discharge threshold in our criteria. (Note: A bankruptcy filing alone is not a per se lawful basis; we evaluate it under our written criteria.) Rental History Prior eviction or eviction-related judgment within the lookback period stated in our criteria. Negative reference from a previous landlord (e.g., late payments, lease violations, property damage, disturbance). Lease broken or skipped without proper notice. Insufficient or unverifiable rental history. Criminal History (Individualized Assessment per HUD 2016 Guidance) We do not apply blanket bans on criminal history. We consider the nature and severity of the offense, the time elapsed since the conduct, and evidence of rehabilitation, consistent with HUD guidance under the Fair Housing Act. Conviction for a disqualifying offense as defined in our written criteria, after individualized assessment of the nature, severity, and time since the conduct. Currently registered on a sex-offender registry where registration is a disqualifier under our written criteria. Application Process Material falsification or misrepresentation on the application. Failure to provide requested documentation within the timeframe stated. Refusal to consent to a background or credit screening as required by the application. Application incomplete and not cured after notice. Occupancy & Property Fit Number of intended occupants exceeds the occupancy standard for the unit (applied uniformly; HUD's general guideline is two persons per bedroom, with reasonable flexibility for unit configuration and household composition). Pet or animal does not meet the written pet policy. (Note: This does not apply to verified service animals or assistance animals, which are not pets and are protected under the Fair Housing Act.) Signing this acknowledgment indicates that you have had the opportunity to review the landlord's tenant selection criteria. If you do not meet the selection criteria, or if you provide inaccurate or incomplete information, your application may be rejected and your application fee will not be refunded.
Pricing comparison
At $2,795, this listing is priced similarly to the current market rate for a 4 bedroom home in Chico.
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