Last Sold Price
4 beds2,130 sqft$94/sqft
153 Chester St, Chester, IL 62233

Description

New roof will be installed prior to closing! Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort in Chester! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Chester’s history—part of this home is believed to be one of the very first stone structures in town, dating back to the early 1800s. Set on over half an acre (.6) with woods in the back, this 4-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern updates. The open floor plan features a cozy fireplace and flows seamlessly to an expansive...New roof will be installed prior to closing! Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort in Chester! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Chester’s history—part of this home is believed to be one of the very first stone structures in town, dating back to the early 1800s. Set on over half an acre (.6) with woods in the back, this 4-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern updates. The open floor plan features a cozy fireplace and flows seamlessly to an expansive 1,100 sq ft deck—freshly painted and ideal for entertaining. Inside the stone portion of the home, you’ll find another wood-burning fireplace and a versatile space that could serve as a bedroom or office, complete with its own private entrance. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms include a primary suite with walkout access to a covered deck and yet another fireplace for added charm. Newer terrazzo floors on the main level are not only stunning but designed to last a lifetime. A full walkout basement provides plenty of storage or potential for additional living space. This property truly offers the feel of country living right in the heart of town. Schedule your showing today and experience all the character and possibilities this one-of-a-kind home has to offer. Seller is offering a $5,000 credit in lieu of deck repairs, giving buyers the flexibility to make updates their way.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/06/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Janell Schmittling • Homes By Janell
    P: (618) 444-6141 C: (618) 444-6141 Janell@homesbyjanell.com

Property Details for 153 Chester Street

Status
MLS #
25066790
Days on Market
156
Taxes
$3,012 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1964
Lot Size
0.39 AC / 16,988 SF
Architectural Style
Historic
Waterfront
No

Location

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Sold By EXP Realty, LLC

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Building Information for 153 Chester Street

Stories-Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.39 AC / 16,988 SF

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$1,268 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,017

Property Taxes

$251

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 153 Chester Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Chester
  • County Or Parish: Randolph
  • Latitude: 37.89698
  • Longitude: -89.819252
  • Postal Code: 62233
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Cole & Erskines Add
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 18-093-014-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,012.00
  • Tax Legal Description: 492/518 2007R03642 2008R04856 2008R04839 2017R03432 2019R01562 2021R04494 LOTS 7 8 9 10 11 BLK 14 COLE ERSKIN ADDITION AND PT VAC 20FT ALLEY
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: CHESTER DIST 139
  • High School: CHESTER
  • High School District: CHESTER DIST 139
  • Middle Or Junior School: CHESTER DIST 139
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2130.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Open Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 112x140
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16988.4
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2130.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Photos Count: 28
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Disclosures: Flood Plain No
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • BuyerFinancing: FHA
  • MIS_EfficiencyYN: No
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • SeniorCommunityYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
  • FoundationDetails: Block
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Concrete, Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Dining/Living Room Combo, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • LivingAreaSource: Other
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 4
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 3

Property History for 153 Chester Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 6, 2026

Closed

MARIS #25066790

$200,000
Mar 5, 2026

Pending

MARIS #25066790

Feb 1, 2026

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25066790

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/06/2026

Closed

MARIS #25066790

$200,000
03/05/2026

Pending

MARIS #25066790

02/01/2026

Active Under Contract

MARIS #25066790

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 153 Chester Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,795Additions$48,635Total$54,430
Tax Record2024$3,157 ($263 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size16,988 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyRANDOLPHAPN18-093-014-00

Schools near 153 Chester Street

This home is within Chester Community Unit School District 139.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Chester Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Chester High School
Public9 to 12

St John Lutheran School
PrivatePK to 8

St Marys School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 153 Chester Street, Chester, IL 62233
$200,000
4
2,130
16,988
12,582
23,805
37,776
12,577
$10,000
39,204

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