205 W Harrison St

Chester, IL 62233

$145,000
Price
3
Beds
1,648 Sq. Ft.
$88 / Sq. Ft.
1,648
Sq. Ft.
$88
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to Rose Manor! Theodore Harnagel named this home after his grandmother, Rosalie Polich. Ted or Dick (as so many called him) loved this home from 1970 until he went into the senior home in 2023. For history buffs, this home stems back to the early roots of Chester when the entire town was on the riverfront. Samuel Smith was the founder of Chester, and the original brick part of the home was built by Mr. Smith in 1829 (county says 1841) and believed to be the "first" brick and frame dwelling...Welcome to Rose Manor! Theodore Harnagel named this home after his grandmother, Rosalie Polich. Ted or Dick (as so many called him) loved this home from 1970 until he went into the senior home in 2023. For history buffs, this home stems back to the early roots of Chester when the entire town was on the riverfront. Samuel Smith was the founder of Chester, and the original brick part of the home was built by Mr. Smith in 1829 (county says 1841) and believed to be the "first" brick and frame dwelling in Chester. The back addition was built around 1981. Ted added the "crows nest" dormer on the top for an unobstructed view of the mighty Mississippi. And that view is still spectacular. The home could use some repairs (flat roof on back section needs replaced) and updating, but the wood floors are original, the staircase is original, and the two fireplaces with original mantles are just works of art. The heirs who inherited this wonderful place hope that someone will purchase it who will love it and care for it like Uncle Ted did. It's going to take a special buyer who loves historical homes to really appreciate this one. Come and see what Rose Manor is like and watch the river roll by. Qualified buyers only please and cash or conventional loan will be all that works for this beauty. New metal roof was just installed (2026) on the front part of the home after the wind storm earlier this year. This isn't just a house - It's certainly a work of art. What an amazing bread and breakfast or Vrbo this could be. There are two parcels (2 lots) with this one, 203 and 205 W Harrison sold together. Come sit and watch the trains and barges go by while the new bridge is coming together. Ah...beautiful.
  1. Listed by Robin Bert • Worth Clark Realty
    P: (573)-450-5149 C: (573)-450-5149 rbert@worthclark.com

Property Details for 205 West Harrison Street

Architectural Style
Victorian
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 04/29/2026 02:31 AM

Property Details for 205 West Harrison Street

StatusActive
MLS #26025707
Days on Market2
Taxes$347 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1841
Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,680 SF
CountyRandolph County
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Location

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Building Information for 205 West Harrison Street

Stories-Year Built1841Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,680 SF

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Property Information for 205 West Harrison Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Chester
  • County Or Parish: Randolph
  • Directions: From East Kaskaskia St (the Landmark sits on Corner of E Kaskaskia & Ferry Street) turn onto Ferry Street, take Randolph Street and take a left onto W Harrison. Property is at the end of the street. You can also walk the city steps from Ferry Street to W Harrison, but be prepared a bit of a climb.
  • Latitude: 37.901405
  • Longitude: -89.828523
  • Postal Code: 62233
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Smith's Survey
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 18-001-011-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $347.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
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: 1648.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Secluded, Steep Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4518
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 141x69 & 143x69
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 19680.41
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1648.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Documents Available: Other
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Photos Count: 60
  • Year Built: 1841
  • Disclosures: See Seller's Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
  • OccupantType: Vacant
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • SeniorCommunityYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Flat, Metal, Rolled/Hot Mop
  • View: River
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Garden, Uncovered Courtyard
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Covered, Porch, Rear Porch
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
  • FoundationDetails: Combination, Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Other, Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Steam
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Chandelier, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Historic Millwork, Separate Dining
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Wood Frames
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • LivingAreaSource: Assessor
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 1
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 3
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 3

Property History for 205 West Harrison Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26025707

$145,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26025707

$145,000

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

Public Records for 205 West Harrison Street

Taxable ValueLand$845Additions$14,485Total$15,330
Tax Record2024$304 ($25 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyRANDOLPHAPN18-001-011-00

Schools near 205 West Harrison Street

This home is within Chester Community Unit School District 139.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chester Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Chester High School
Public - 9 to 12
St John Lutheran School
Private - PK to 8
St Marys School
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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More information about 205 West Harrison Street, Chester, IL 62233

205 West Harrison Street is a single family home for sale in Chester, IL 62233. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Worth Clark Realty, it's currently listed at $145,000. This listing's school district is Chester Community Unit School District 139. Nearby schools include Chester Elementary School, Chester High School and St John Lutheran School. 205 West Harrison Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,648 sqft single family home built in 1841.

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