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.
Active
$369,000
159 E Lacy St, Chester, SC 29706
4beds
3,012sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1854
0.88 Acres Lot
$359,400 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic charmNew hvacNew carpetingSpacious residenceHigh ceilingsMoen water-saving faucetsAll new electrical wiring
- 63 days
- 299
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
April Morris april.morris@cbcarolinas.com,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4401942
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 269.05 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17' 2" X 15' 8"
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
- Area: 248.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 10" X 15' 8"
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 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
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Attic Other
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door(s), Screen Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Basement Shop,Unfinished
- Attic: Other
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,012
- Total interior livable area: 3,012 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,012
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 9
- Details: Parking in Driveway and 1 concrete pad
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.88 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 2010513006000
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum, Brick Partial, Block, Hardboard Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1854
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $123/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $140,900
- Annual tax amount: $4,105
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$359,400
$341,000 - $377,000
$2,490/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,000+462.5%$123/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4401942 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2023 | Sold | $65,600-30.9%$22/sqft |
Source:  CTMLS #23009892 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2023 | Contingent | $95,000$32/sqft |
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| 9/21/2023 | Price change | $95,000-31.7%$32/sqft |
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| 7/7/2023 | Pending sale | $139,000$46/sqft |
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| 5/25/2023 | Price change | $139,000-6.7%$46/sqft |
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| 5/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $149,000+166.1%$49/sqft |
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| 10/1/2020 | Sold | $56,000-6.5%$19/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3646339 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2020 | Price change | $59,900-14.3%$20/sqft |
Source: A Carolina Realty LLC #3646339 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $69,900+7.5%$23/sqft |
Source: A Carolina Realty LLC #3646339 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2020 | Listing removed | $65,000$22/sqft |
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| 3/26/2020 | Price change | $65,000-8.7%$22/sqft |
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| 2/13/2020 | Price change | $71,200-10%$24/sqft |
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| 1/13/2020 | Price change | $79,100-6.9%$26/sqft |
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| 12/11/2019 | Price change | $85,000-10.5%$28/sqft |
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| 10/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $95,000+28.2%$32/sqft |
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| 9/5/2018 | Listing removed | $74,111-22%$25/sqft |
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| 8/14/2018 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 1/18/2006 | Sold | $95,000+225.9%$32/sqft |
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| 6/8/2005 | Sold | $29,150$10/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,105 +6.4% | $9,650 +55.4% |
| 2024 | $3,858 +6% | $6,210 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $3,639 +2.4% | $6,170 |
| 2022 | $3,553 +3.4% | $6,170 |
| 2021 | $3,435 | $6,170 +20% |
| 2020 | -- | $5,140 |
| 2019 | -- | $5,140 |
| 2018 | -- | $5,140 +50.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $3,420 |
| 2015 | -- | $3,420 +2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $3,340 |
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Neighborhood: 29706
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chester Park
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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