Active
4 beds3,012 sqft
159 E Lacy St, Chester, SC 29706
Est: $2,312/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.88 acresLot Size
1854Year Built
$123/sq ftPrice per sq ft
9 carsParking Spaces

Description

Historic Elegance Meets Modern Convenience at 159 E. Lacey Street, Chester, SC!
Built in 1854 and located just one block off Lancaster Street in Chester, near downtown shopping and other necessary conveniences, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect combination of timeless character and modern amenities. Nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood, this spacious residence features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 3,013 square feet of living space.
Step inside to discover large, inviting rooms,
...Historic Elegance Meets Modern Convenience at 159 E. Lacey Street, Chester, SC!
Built in 1854 and located just one block off Lancaster Street in Chester, near downtown shopping and other necessary conveniences, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect combination of timeless character and modern amenities. Nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood, this spacious residence features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 3,013 square feet of living space.
Step inside to discover large, inviting rooms, high ceilings, and the charm that only a historic home can provide. Extensive updates have already been completed, including all new electrical wiring, new HVAC, insulation, energy-efficient windows, LED lighting throughout, new carpeting, and a completely renovated kitchen with new appliances installed within the last two years. Additional upgrades include Moen water-saving faucets and other efficiency-focused improvements.
Whether you're looking for a move-in ready primary residence or an investment opportunity, this property offers exceptional flexibility. The home can be purchased as an income-producing rental property with tenants in place, or the tenants can vacate prior to closing for owner-occupant buyers.
Offered as-is, this home is move-in ready and provides a rare opportunity to own a piece of Chester's history without the burden of major renovations. With its convenient location, spacious rooms, extensive updates, historic charm, expansive front and back yard, and investment potential, this exceptional property is truly one of a kind.
Don't miss your opportunity to own this beautifully restored historic home where classic Southern charm meets modern living. Seller is offering up to $5000 in concessions to assist with building a back deck.

Listing Agent

  1. Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

72 days on Market
Last updated: 09/21/2026 12:09 PM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4401942

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$2,312 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,970

Property Taxes

$342

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 159 East Lacy Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1854
  • Lot Size: 0.88 AC / 38,332 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.201034
  • Latitude: 34.703586
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $140,900.00
  • Parcel Number: 201-05-13-006-000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Chester City
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Chester Park
Parking
  • Parking: Open Spaces: 9.0
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking: Other: Parking in Driveway and 1 concrete pad
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3012.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1940
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 683
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 297
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 980
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1072
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 3012.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Brick Partial, Block, Hardboard Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Warming Drawer
  • Levels: Two
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Attic Other
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other - See Remarks
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Door(s), Screen Door(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Basement Shop, Unfinished
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Bedroom Second LQ: 0
  • Bedroom Third: 0
  • Bedroom Upper: 2
  • Full Bath Basement: 0
  • Full Bath Lower: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Full Bath Third: 0
  • Full Bath Upper: 1
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Lower: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Half Bath Third: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 2.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Property History for 159 East Lacy Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 24, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4401942

$369,000—
Dec 29, 2023

Closed

CHS Regional MLS #23009892

$65,600—
Oct 9, 2023

Under Contract-No Show

CHS Regional MLS #23009892

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/24/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4401942

$369,000
12/29/2023

Closed

CHS Regional MLS #23009892

$65,600
10/09/2023

Under Contract-No Show

CHS Regional MLS #23009892

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Public Records for 159 East Lacy Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,200Additions$8,450Total$9,650
Tax Record2025$4,105 ($342 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,853 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,853 SqFtStories1Lot Size47,916 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyCHESTERAPN201-05-13-006-000

Schools near 159 East Lacy Street

This home is within Chester 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Chester Park Elementary Of Inquiry
PublicPK to 5

Chester Park Elementary School For The Arts
PublicPK to 5

Chester Middle School
Public6 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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159 East Lacy Street is a single family home for sale in Chester, SC 29706. This property was listed for sale on July 24, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $369,000. It has been on the market for a total of 72 days and was last sold on December 29, 2023. This listing's school district is Chester 01 School District. Nearby schools include Chester Park Center of Literacy through Technology, Chester Park Elementary Of Inquiry and Chester Park Elementary School For The Arts. 159 East Lacy Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,012 sqft single family home built in 1854.

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