Located in the historical district of Edgewood, and along one of the few standing brick streets, sits this beautiful 2 story home. The property is over half an acre in size and with a fenced-in yard. It also features a detached one-car garage. The original hardwood floors have been recently refinished and a fresh coat of paint covers the walls. This home has an office, rec room, formal dining room, Living room and kitchen, all on the main floor. Full basement. Schedule your showing, it wont last long.
Classic character and charm on a nearly ¾ acre private lot on one of Charleston’s oldest brick streets in one of the city’s most beautiful neighborhood, Edgewood Historic District. Original (refinished) hardwood floors, remolded bathrooms, and newer roof and HVAC. Full, unfinished basement with plenty of possibilities. A short walk to Edgewood Tennis Courts and Elk City restaurants and coffee shops, as well as KRT bus line. Pet friendly neighborhood with plentiful wildlife viewing opportunities
KVBOR #226949
Feb 19, 2019
Sold
$195,000
$75/sq ft
Nov 13, 2018
Listed
$229,000
$89/sq ft
KVBOR #222251
May 9, 2018
Listed
$239,900
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1972
Sold
$35,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,289
$31,980 + $110,280
$142,260
2024
$2,289 (+5.2%)
$31,980 + $110,280
$142,260
2023
$2,176 (+5.5%)
$31,980 + $103,260
$135,240
2022
$2,063 (+11.4%)
$31,980 + $96,240
$128,220
2021
$1,852 (+14.5%)
$31,980 + $83,580
$115,560
2020
$1,617 (+18.3%)
$31,980 + $69,840
$101,820
2019
$1,367 (+10.6%)
$31,980 + $74,580
$106,560
2018
$1,236 (+0.6%)
$31,980 + $74,580
$106,560
2017
$1,228
$31,980 + $74,580
$106,560
2016
$1,228 (+3.9%)
$31,980 + $75,120
$107,100
2014
$1,182
$31,980 + $74,040
$106,020
Tax history for 834 Chester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,289
$31,980 + $110,280
$142,260
2024
$2,289 (+5.2%)
$31,980 + $110,280
$142,260
2023
$2,176 (+5.5%)
$31,980 + $103,260
$135,240
2022
$2,063 (+11.4%)
$31,980 + $96,240
$128,220
2021
$1,852 (+14.5%)
$31,980 + $83,580
$115,560
2020
$1,617 (+18.3%)
$31,980 + $69,840
$101,820
2019
$1,367 (+10.6%)
$31,980 + $74,580
$106,560
2018
$1,236 (+0.6%)
$31,980 + $74,580
$106,560
2017
$1,228
$31,980 + $74,580
$106,560
2016
$1,228 (+3.9%)
$31,980 + $75,120
$107,100
2014
$1,182
$31,980 + $74,040
$106,020
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
157 ft.
Lot depth
191 ft.
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,368
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kanawha County
APN
12 13011100000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R-4
HD
Single Family Residential District
The purpose of the R-4 Single Family Residential District is to: Provide for single family neighborhoods on smaller lots, located within convenient walking distance of other uses, and; Preserve the desirable character of existing single family neighborhoods, and; Protect the single family residential areas from change and intrusion that may cause deterioration, and; Provide for adequate light, ventilation, quiet and privacy for neighborhood residents.
Zone overlays
Historic District Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Window Features: Wood Frames
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Building Information
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Masonite
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 0.5
Lot Size Dimensions:
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,407
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Schools Information
Elementary School: Edgewood Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Stonewall
High School: Capital
Location Information
Directions: Take Washington Street to Springdale Drive. Right on Chester->first house on your right.
Subdivision Name: NA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,368
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: —
County: Kanawha County
APN: 12 13011100000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: KanawhaValleyBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Stonewall Jackson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Capital High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$291,000 – $352,000
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