229 Light St

Chester, IL 62233

$165,000
Price
5
Beds
1,733 Sq. Ft.
$95 / Sq. Ft.
1,733
Sq. Ft.
$95
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This 1937 home delivers the classic charm everyone wants with the functional space modern families actually need. With 4 official bedrooms, 2 full baths, and multiple living areas across three levels, this house offers more room than most homes in its price range. Inside, original wood floors and arched doorways give the home its character, while the large living room and open kitchen/dining layout make daily living comfortable and practical. The basement includes two fully finished rooms the current...This 1937 home delivers the classic charm everyone wants with the functional space modern families actually need. With 4 official bedrooms, 2 full baths, and multiple living areas across three levels, this house offers more room than most homes in its price range. Inside, original wood floors and arched doorways give the home its character, while the large living room and open kitchen/dining layout make daily living comfortable and practical. The basement includes two fully finished rooms the current owners use as bedrooms (no egress windows), connected by a walk-through closet, plus walk-out access and additional storage. It’s flexible space that can be used however you need—extra bedrooms, office space, a play area, or bonus living room. Major improvements—roof, furnace, windows, and appliances—have already been updated. Near the back entry, three oversized custom-built pantry/storage cabinets provide exceptional storage you won’t find in most older homes. Out back is a rare find: a heated and cooled 3-car garage, offering serious space for vehicles, tools, hobbies, or workshop needs. The backyard opens directly to the St. Mary’s Bowl, giving the property a wide-open feel. And with a short walk to downtown Chester, you’re close to stores, restaurants, and everyday essentials. If you're looking for character, space, storage, and solid update, all in one property. This home is absolutely worth seeing.
  1. Listed by Robin Bert • Worth Clark Realty

Property Details for 229 Light Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow,Traditional
Waterfront
No
Cross Street
Swanwick
LISTING UPDATED: 11/30/2025 10:24 PM

Property Details for 229 Light Street

StatusActive
MLS #25079043
Days on Market23
Taxes$1,565 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1937
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyRandolph County

Location

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Building Information for 229 Light Street

Stories-Year Built1937Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$946 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$815

Property Taxes

$130

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 229 Light Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Chester
  • County Or Parish: Randolph
  • Directions: From State or Swanwick St, turn onto Light Street. Go down the hill about halfway. Property is signed and on the left.
  • Latitude: 37.913234
  • Longitude: -89.824694
  • Postal Code: 62233
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: Swanwick Add
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 1550
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 18-071-011-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,565.00
  • Tax Legal Description: 103/72 467/024 827/240 841/800 LOT 1 BLK 1 HARRY SPREITLER'S SUB DIV OF SWANWICK ADD.
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Storage, Workshop in Garage
  • Parking Total: 3.0
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: 1733.0
  • Lot Features: Adjoins Common Ground
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x150
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7405.2
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1685.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1057.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Year Built: 1937
  • Disclosures: See Seller's Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: Ameren
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partially Finished, Partial, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Separate Dining
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Window Features: Tilt-In Windows, Triple Pane Windows, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 22x9
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 19x13
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13x10
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 10x9
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9x7
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 13x13
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 13x11
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 21x17
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 6x4
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 4.0

Property History for 229 Light Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25079043

$165,000—
Nov 30, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1502521192

$97,000

+3.2% / yr

Nov 30, 2022

Closed

MARIS #22052227

$97,000—
Nov 28, 2022

Pending

MARIS #22052227

—
Oct 21, 2022

Active Under Contract

MARIS #22052227

—
Aug 8, 2022

Price Change

MARIS #22052227

$110,000—
Aug 8, 2022

Listed (Active)

MARIS #22052227

$99,000—
Jul 7, 2019

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB425357

$79,000—
Jan 7, 2019

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB425357

$79,000—
Sep 20, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1104851949

$58,000

+908.5% / yr

May 10, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1083269142

$25,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25079043

$165,000
11/30/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1502521192

$97,000

+3.2% / yr

11/30/2022

Closed

MARIS #22052227

$97,000
11/28/2022

Pending

MARIS #22052227

—
10/21/2022

Active Under Contract

MARIS #22052227

—
08/08/2022

Price Change

MARIS #22052227

$110,000
08/08/2022

Listed (Active)

MARIS #22052227

$99,000
07/07/2019

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB425357

$79,000
01/07/2019

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB425357

$79,000
09/20/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1104851949

$58,000

+908.5% / yr

05/10/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1083269142

$25,000

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

Public Records for 229 Light Street

Taxable ValueLand$3,040Additions$26,315Total$29,355
Tax Record2024$1,640 ($137 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyRANDOLPHAPN18-071-011-00

Schools near 229 Light 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 229 Light Street, Chester, IL 62233

229 Light Street is a single family home for sale in Chester, IL 62233. This property was listed for sale on November 30, 2025 by Worth Clark Realty, it's currently listed at $165,000. It has been on the market for a total of 23 days and was last sold on November 30, 2022. 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. 229 Light Street is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,733 sqft single family home built in 1937.

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