A meticulously maintained home in excellent condition — a rare find! Located in Chester’s Vision Lake neighborhood, this immaculate home has been thoughtfully updated in recent years and is completely move-in ready. The single-level floor plan offers comfortable, easy living and features a cozy living area with a charming brick fireplace and wood stove insert. The well-designed kitchen showcases warm alder cabinetry, granite countertops, and newer appliances. The home includes three bedrooms and two beautifully remodeled bathrooms with custom tile showers. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind and modern convenience, including a tankless water heater, durable vinyl plank flooring, newer windows, a life-extending roof treatment, and heat cables along the eaves to help prevent winter ice dams. A clean 2-car attached garage is complemented by a brand-new 2-car carport and pavered driveway, providing ample covered parking and storage. The serene outdoor spaces make this property truly special. The pavered patio is ideal for entertaining and features a new, sturdy gazebo rated for snow. Lush landscaping surrounds the home, with beautiful maple trees, green lawns, and established perennial plantings to create an inviting, park-like setting. Two very large sheds provide exceptional storage and versatility — one with a reinforced floor rated for parking, perfect for a small vehicle, ATVs, or snowmobiles. A small greenhouse tucked behind the rear shed adds charm and function for gardening enthusiasts. Multiple wood storage areas offer added convenience. A solid wood fence encloses most of the property, and a drive-through gate allows secure parking for RVs, boats, and additional toys. Located less than a mile from schools and all Chester services, and just minutes from the meadow and the shores of Lake Almanor, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, functionality, and location. This is a property where everything has been thoughtfully cared for — and it’s ready for its next owner to enjoy.
For sale
$399,999
738 Watson Rd, Chester, CA 96020
3beds
1,148sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$348/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick fireplaceEstablished perennial plantingsBeautiful maple treesPavered drivewayInviting park-like settingSingle-level floor planWood stove insert
- 15 days |
- 612 |
- 32 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 27, 2026 at 09:53am
Listed by:
SADIE BENNY 530-596-3303,
CHASE INTERNATIONAL LAKE ALMANOR BROKERS
Source: Plumas AOR,MLS#: 2600187
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Propane Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Gas Range Connection, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Masonry, Stove, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,148 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Gravel, Off Street, Other, RV Access/Parking, Attached Carport, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 4
- Details: Off-Street Parking, RV/Boat Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Landscaping, Lighting, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Gazebo, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 100321012
- Zoning: 7-R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Stick Built
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Vision Lake
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $348/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $282,602
- Annual tax amount: $3,191
- Date on market: 3/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,999+60.6%$348/sqft |
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| 4/30/2019 | Sold | $249,000-3.9%$217/sqft |
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| 3/18/2019 | Pending sale | $259,000$226/sqft |
Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES LAKE ALMANOR RE #201900113 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2019 | Price change | $259,000-5.1%$226/sqft |
Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES LAKE ALMANOR RE #201900113 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $273,000+47.6%$238/sqft |
Source: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES LAKE ALMANOR RE #201900113 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2017 | Sold | $185,000+32.1%$161/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2009 | Sold | $140,000$122/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,191 +5.4% | $282,602 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $3,026 +9.9% | $261,376 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,754 +0.3% | $256,252 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,745 +2.9% | $251,229 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,667 -2.1% | $246,304 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,724 +26.5% | $243,780 +26.7% |
| 2019 | $2,153 +4.4% | $192,474 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,062 +41.3% | $188,700 +43.8% |
| 2017 | $1,460 +11.4% | $131,227 +5% |
| 2016 | $1,311 +2.8% | $124,979 +3% |
| 2015 | $1,275 +6.7% | $121,339 +7% |
| 2014 | $1,194 -99% | $113,400 |
| 2013 | $119,250 | $113,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $113,400 -10% |
| 2011 | -- | $126,000 +66% |
| 2010 | -- | $75,889 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $76,070 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $74,579 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $73,117 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $71,685 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $70,281 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,286/mo
Principal & interest
$1919
Property taxes
$367
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 96020
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Chester Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Chester Junior/Senior High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Indian Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 18.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Plumas Unified
- Middle: Plumas Unified
- High: Plumas Unified
Source: Plumas AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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