Best Pumpkin Patches in Chico [Fall 2023]
October 17, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
It's October which means its time for pumpkin patches!
To make your life easier this harvest season, we did a little Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo magic and found all the patches in the Chico area that are open this year!
Now it's time for you to take a trip and find your own magical pumpkin to proudly display in your apartment.
Below is a list of the 5 best Pumpkin Patches to visit in and around Chico, CA this fall:
What Does an Apartment Property Manager Do?
August 17, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
There are many different people that must come together to create optimal living conditions in an apartment community. Without the participation of thoughtful designers, maintenance workers, security professionals, sanitation staff, and residents, an apartment community simply won’t function. However, the role of the property manager holds the central place in this ecosystem. Let’s discuss the day-to-day role of a property manager so you can better understand how our management team is working for you!
Responsibilities of the Property Manager
The property manager oversees all of the day-to-day operations of an apartment complex. Their responsibilities range from resident care to scheduling maintenance and repairs. They also oversee the operating budget for the unit, as well as handle prospective resident applications and showings. Here’s a list of all the things a property manager may be responsible for on a daily basis for your reference as you search for apartments in Chico:
9 Effective Strategies to Find the Right Apartment
July 21, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
If you’re in the hunt for apartments to rent in Chico CA, you know how overwhelming all the options can be. After touring dozens of fitness centers, dog parks, swimming pools, and clubhouses, everything starts to blend. In this article we share 9 effective apartment-hunting tips to give you the best chance at cutting through all the noise to find the right apartment to rent for your specific needs.
9 Effective Strategies to Find the Right Apartment
1. Evaluate Your Needs
2. Determine Your Wants
3. Be Clear About Your Expectations
4. Refine Your Search
5. Evaluate the Neighborhood
6. Set Your Budget
7. Read Reviews
8. Identify New Builds
9. Ask Great Questions
Read on below to learn everything you’ll ever need to know about the apartment-hunting process.
Where to Watch Fireworks in Chico, Redding and Across the North State
June 29, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
UPDATED FOR 2023
Happy 4th of July!
Fireworks, the one event that captures the attention of all ages. Independence Day consists of coming together as a community to watch the dark sky light up in magnificent colors.
Below you’ll find all the updated information on this year's festivities and what each town is doing for its annual fireworks show!
[Property Highlight] Sheridan Square: New Take on Classic Comfort
May 23, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
At Hignell Rentals, we pride ourselves on leading the pack when it comes to updating and modernizing our properties, ushering our residents into a new era of modern living. We’re dedicated to providing the latest in apartment amenities while still maintaining the at-home feel that we have been known for over the past 75 years. At the forefront of our modernization and updating efforts is one of our flagship properties, Sheridan Square in Chico.
Apartment living in Chico offers a wonderful atmosphere to build friendships that last a lifetime. However, in today’s world, meeting people who you can build community with is increasingly difficult. From our jobs to families to the busyness of life, it’s easy to want to come home at the end of the day and avoid social interactions altogether. But at Hignell Rentals, we’re firm believers that fun and friendships are an integral part of healthy communities.
An apartment complex is more than a building; it’s a vertical neighborhood. People take pride in their neighborhoods and communities here in Chico and apartment residents can offer their unique contributions to the communities within their building complex. But sometimes, you must be the one to take the first step. Read on to discover how you can get started building community in your Chico apartment complex.
Fun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in Your Chico or Redding Apartment Community
April 21, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
Earth Day is Saturday, April 22, 2023. There are big and small ways that you can make a difference, whether it’s getting involved and joining the movement, giving to the cause, or spreading the word. The key is to start and take action. Learn what you can do to make a difference in your apartment community.
Moving in Chico: Last Minute Tips for Procrastinators
January 27, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
Once a procrastinator, always a procrastinator. Even if that means staying up until 2 a.m. to finish packing for your move. Our number one piece of advice: don’t panic.
It's okay that you waited to the very last minute to pack up all your stuff, really. Everything will be okay. BUT now it’s time to channel that inner beast mode that pushes you to accomplish a range of tasks in a short amount of time, as only a true procrastinator can.
To help get that inner beast mode in gear, we found some Amazing Tips that have more information than you could ever think to ask about. So, take a deep breath and let’s get started.
Have the Winter Blues? Check Out The Amenities In Our Chico Apartments
January 13, 2023 / by Hignell Rentals Team
It's common to get the winter time blues if you feel as though you have to spend all of your free time in your apartment. A great perk that you can have while living in Chico apartments is having access to the amenities that are found at your apartment complex. Here at Hignell Rentals, we have various amenities at our different complexes that you will surely enjoy during the cold winter months!
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at Chico Rental Properties
December 24, 2022 / by Hignell Rentals Team
It’s almost Christmas at Chico rental properties
We’re so excited we just have to jingle the keys
To the apartments and homes we offer to rent
To the people of Chico, our valued residents!
We just had to write a poem inspired by
That story about that big jolly guy
We invite you to take a moment or two
To read about what Hignell Rentals has to offer Santa and you!