837 Chester Road

Closed 10/22/24

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Last Sold Price

$232,900

3 beds3 baths2,304 sqft

837 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302

Single FamilyProperty Type

1967Year Built

$101/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming and spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath mid-entry home, nestled in the highly sought-after historic Edgewood area of Charleston. This home boasts a thoughtfully designed main level featuring a large eat-in kitchen complete with granite countertops and a cozy fireplace, perfect for meals and entertaining. The open and airy living room is full of natural light, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. You'll find ample-sized bedrooms, including a private master suite with an ensuite...Welcome to this charming and spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath mid-entry home, nestled in the highly sought-after historic Edgewood area of Charleston. This home boasts a thoughtfully designed main level featuring a large eat-in kitchen complete with granite countertops and a cozy fireplace, perfect for meals and entertaining. The open and airy living room is full of natural light, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. You'll find ample-sized bedrooms, including a private master suite with an ensuite full bath for your comfort and convenience. The lower level of the home offers a generously sized family room with its own fireplace, ideal for cozy gatherings. Additional features include a half bath, utility room, and a convenient 2-car garage. Step outside to the patio off the kitchen, leading to a mostly level backyard, perfect for outdoor activities or peaceful relaxation. For added peace of mind, a 1-year home warranty is included.

Listed by: Ben Adkins 304.415.0195 baadkins01@gmail.com • Old Colony

Listing closed: 10/22/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Kanawha Valley BOR, MLS#: 273754

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 837 Chester Road

Property Details

Taxes: $1,830 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Kanawha County
Architectural Style: Mid Entry
Subdivision Name: NO
Waterfront: No

Building Information

Year Built: 1967

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: Washington St W, right on Springdale, first right on Chester, 2nd house on left at 837.
Latitude: 38.366094

Longitude: -81.644509
MLS Area Major: Charleston-West Side

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Parcel Number: 12-0013-0040-0000-0000

Tax Annual Amount: $1,830.00
Tax Legal Description: LOT 169 & PT LT 170 BK K EDGEWOOD CHESTER RD 837

School Information

Elementary School: Edgewood Elementary
High School: Capital

Middle Or Junior School: West Side

Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Dimensions: 75x75x168x168
Lot Size Units: Acres

Property and Assessments

Living Area: 2304.0
Year Built: 1967

Building Features

Construction Materials: Brick, Drywall

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Roof: Composition, Shingle

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Basement: Full

Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Fireplace: No
Flooring: Carpet, Parquet, Tile
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Heating: Yes
Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen, Cable Tv
Rooms Total: 7
Window Features: Metal, Wood Frames

Room Information

Room 1

Room Description: Utility Room
Room Dimensions: 12'10 X 5'6

Room Level: Lower
Room Type: Utility Room

Room 2

Room Description: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11'10 X 11'2

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom3

Room 3

Room Description: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 12'10 X 11

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Bedroom2

Room 4

Room Description: Primary Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 14'11 X 13'2

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 5

Room Description: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 25'9 X 18

Room Level: Lower
Room Type: Family Room

Room 6

Room Description: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 13'1 X 11'3

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room

Room 7

Room Description: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 13 X 12'6

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen

Room 8

Room Description: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 18'8 X 15'5

Room Level: Main
Room Type: Living Room

Property History for 837 Chester Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Oct 22, 2024	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1543011278	$232,900	+0.6% / yr
Oct 22, 2024	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #273754	$232,900	—
Sep 13, 2024	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #273754		—
Aug 20, 2024	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #273754	$249,900	—
Nov 12, 2010	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #299282082	$215,100	+6.7% / yr
Nov 12, 2010	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #129508	$215,000	—
Oct 27, 2010	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #129508		—
May 10, 2010	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #129508	$219,000	—
Jul 17, 2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #244916573	$162,501	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
10/22/2024	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1543011278	$232,900 +0.6% / yr
10/22/2024	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #273754	$232,900
09/13/2024	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #273754	—
08/20/2024	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #273754	$249,900
11/12/2010	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #299282082	$215,100 +6.7% / yr
11/12/2010	Sold Kanawha Valley BOR #129508	$215,000
10/27/2010	Contract Signed Kanawha Valley BOR #129508	—
05/10/2010	Listed (Active) Kanawha Valley BOR #129508	$219,000
07/17/2006	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #244916573	$162,501

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

Public Records for 837 Chester Road

Taxable ValueLand$21,660Additions$97,020Total$118,680

Tax Record2025$1,910 ($159 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,032 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,304 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt728 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,676 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1967CountyKANAWHAAPN20-12- 13-0040.0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 837 Chester Road

This home is within Kanawha County Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
2/10	Edgewood Elementary	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.3 mi
3/10	Stonewall Jackson Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.3 mi
3/10	Capital High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	3.7 mi
NR	KCS Alternative Learning	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	1.4 mi
NR	Grandview Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	2.3 mi
NR	Ben Franklin Vocational Center	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	6.0 mi
NR	St. Anthony Catholic School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 9	0.6 mi
NR	Charleston SDA School	Private - Nearby school	2 to 7	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
2/10	Edgewood Elementary PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.3 mi
3/10	Stonewall Jackson Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.3 mi
3/10	Capital High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	3.7 mi
NR	KCS Alternative Learning PublicK to 12 Nearby school	1.4 mi
NR	Grandview Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	2.3 mi
NR	Ben Franklin Vocational Center Public9 to 12 Choice school	6.0 mi
NR	St. Anthony Catholic School PrivatePK to 9 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	Charleston SDA School Private2 to 7 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 837 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$232,900	3	3	2,304	–
839 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$385,000	3	3	2,248	12,763
835 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$255,000	3	3	2,358	31,798
841 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	–	–	3	2,766	16,988
833 Lower Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$125,000	1	2	1,070	10,498
840 Springdale Drive, Charleston, WV 25302	–	3	2	2,106	13,634
835 Lower Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$235,000	3	3	1,756	8,276
815 Maple Road, Charleston, WV 25302	–	3	2	1,834	8,146
807 1/2 Maple Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$53,000	1	1	811	–
845 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	–	3	1	1,553	8,538
813 Maple Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$105,000	3	3	2,279	8,276
842 Springdale Drive, Charleston, WV 25302	–	3	1	1,646	10,629
811 Maple Road, Charleston, WV 25302	–	3	4	2,888	8,146
837 Lower Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$135,000	3	3	2,052	–
834 Chester Road, Charleston, WV 25302	$245,000	4	3	2,584	21,780
843 Maple Road, Charleston, WV 25302	–	4	3	1,666	9,845

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