Where can you still find North Chico building lots in an established, upscale neighborhood? Right now, there are two one-acre homesites available in Vineyard Grove Estates, one of North Chico’s most desirable pockets for custom home building, all priced at $275,000.
If you’ve been searching for North Chico building lots and coming up short, you’re not imagining things. Land in this part of Chico rarely comes available, and when it does, it tends to move fast. Vineyard Grove Estates is a small, established enclave of custom homes off the Nord Highway and Meridian Road corridor, and two one-acre parcels there are currently on the market together for the first time in years.
Where to Find North Chico Building Lots Right Now
These two available parcels sit within the same exclusive pocket of North Chico, surrounded by custom-built, million-dollar homes. Each lot is a full acre, and each is priced at $275,000.
- 13950 Persimmon Ln, Chico, CA 95973 (one acre, $275,000). Located in Vineyard Grove Estates, this parcel offers room for a pool, outdoor kitchen, detached shop, or expansive gardens.
- 13960 Persimmon Ln, Chico, CA 95973 (one acre, $275,000). Also in Vineyard Grove Estates, this is one of the few remaining one-acre parcels in the community.
Together, they give buyers a rare shot at choosing between two comparable North Chico building lots in the same established neighborhood, all at the same price point.
What Makes Vineyard Grove Estates Stand Out
Vineyard Grove Estates has built a reputation as one of North Chico’s most established luxury pockets. The homes here are custom-built, the lots are generous, and the setting feels more like country estate living than a typical subdivision, even though you’re minutes from town.
For buyers considering North Chico building lots, that combination matters. You get the space and privacy of a rural setting (wide lots, room to breathe, foothill views in some spots) without giving up quick access to Chico’s schools, grocery stores, restaurants, and everyday errands.
Building Lots in North Chico: Utilities, Septic, and CC&Rs
Lots in this part of North Chico are typically set up for septic systems and either well water or Cal Water service, with PG&E and other utilities stubbed to the property line. Most parcels in established pockets like Vineyard Grove Estates carry some form of CC&Rs (covenants, conditions, and restrictions), often including minimum square footage requirements for the home you build. That’s part of what protects the neighborhood’s upscale character over time.
Before making an offer on any of these parcels, your agent should pull the preliminary title report and any recorded CC&Rs so you know exactly what’s required and what’s already in place (utility stubs, easements, access roads, and so on). This is a step we walk every land buyer through, since it can shape your build timeline and budget more than people expect.
Why Buyers Choose North Chico Building Lots Over an Existing Home
Buying land instead of an existing house comes down to control. You choose the floor plan, the finishes, the orientation of the lot, and the timeline. For buyers who’ve looked at Chico’s resale market and haven’t found a home that fits, a full acre in Vineyard Grove Estates offers a different path: build exactly what you want, surrounded by neighbors who did the same thing.
It also tends to be a longer-term play. Custom lots in established, low-turnover neighborhoods like this one don’t come up often, so buyers who are ready to build sooner rather than later have an advantage right now with two parcels on the market at once.
If you’re weighing land against an existing home purchase, our guide to buying a home in Chico covers the resale side of that comparison. For a broader look at acreage and land options across the county, our Butte County homes and land hub covers listings in Chico, Durham, Paradise, Magalia, Oroville, Butte Valley, Glenn, and Corning.
According to the National Association of Realtors, land and lot purchases often require different financing and due diligence than a typical home purchase, so working with an agent who understands local land use rules is worth it. The California Association of Realtors is also a good resource if you want to understand disclosure requirements specific to vacant land sales in this state.
Ready to See These North Chico Building Lots in Person?
Two one-acre parcels in the same established North Chico pocket, both priced at $275,000, is not something that happens often. We can walk each lot with you, go over utilities and CC&Rs, and help you think through what building here would actually look like.
Reach out to one of our Platinum Partners agents or set up a buyer consultation to start the conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you still buy land in North Chico to build a custom home?
Yes, though it doesn’t happen often. Right now there are two one-acre homesites available in North Chico’s Vineyard Grove Estates area, both priced at $275,000.
What do North Chico building lots typically cost?
The two lots currently available (13950 Persimmon Ln, and 13960 Persimmon Ln) are each priced at $275,000 for a full acre. Pricing on land varies by neighborhood, lot size, and utility access, so this is a good benchmark for this particular pocket of North Chico.
Do these lots already have utilities, septic, or well access?
Utilities are typically stubbed to the property line in this area, with septic and either well or Cal Water service required. Specifics vary by parcel, so we always recommend confirming utility status and any CC&Rs before writing an offer.
What’s the difference between Vineyard Grove Estates and other North Chico neighborhoods?
Vineyard Grove Estates is a smaller, established pocket within North Chico known for custom-built homes on larger lots. It has a more rural, estate-like feel while still being close to Chico’s schools and amenities, which is part of why lots here rarely sit on the market long.