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$192,500

161 Walnut Street
Chester, SC 29706
Listed by BILLIE Austin · New Chester Realty LLC
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Living area
1,347 sqft
Year built
1950

About this home

Charming Historic Bungalow in Downtown Chester. Welcome home to this adorable two-bedroom bungalow nestled in Historic Downtown Chester! Filled with timeless character and thoughtful updates, this inviting home beautifully blends historic charm with modern convenience. Original hardwood floors flow throughout the living room, dining room, and both bedrooms. The closed-off fireplaces, complete with their original mantels, add warmth and character while preserving the home’s historic appeal. The spacious dining room is perfect for hosting family gatherings and entertaining guests and features beautiful original built-ins that add both charm and functionality. The kitchen was remodeled in 2023 and offers new ceramic tile flooring, updated cabinetry, a farmhouse sink, gas range, and dishwasher. Sliding glass doors fill the space with abundant natural light and create a bright, welcoming atmosphere. A convenient mudroom includes the laundry area and provides easy access to the outdoors. Outside, the side yard has been completely fenced, offering a private space for relaxing, pets, or outdoor enjoyment. The backyard features a detached two-car garage and a separate workshop—ideal for storage, hobbies, projects, or additional workspace. Enjoy peaceful mornings or relaxing evenings on the covered front porch while sipping a glass of sweet Southern tea. Located just minutes from the growing downtown area of Chester, this charming home offers small-town living with convenient access to both Charlotte and Columbia.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4411761
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
56
On market date
August 5, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Chester Park Elementary School for the Arts
1.76 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: Average (2025)
Enrollment
379
Student:teacher ratio
13.1:1
District
Chester 01
Middle
Chester Middle
1.67 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
566
Student:teacher ratio
14.9:1
District
Chester 01
High
Chester Senior High
1.57 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
781
Student:teacher ratio
15.6:1
District
Chester 01

Walkability

Blended score for Chester's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

66
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
10.0 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
90 / 100
Restaurants & cafes15
Grocery stores4
Parks3
Schools4
Transit stops0
Pharmacies4

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$38,500 down
$154,000 loan
Principal & interest$999
Property tax (est.)$160
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 22 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.