c.1913 South Carolina Colonial Revival $170K

$170,000

This South Carolina Colonial Revival is known as the c.1913 Gage House. This example was inspired by the Middle Colonies Georgian house style. Note the side porch with a summer porch above it. Inside, we find a grand center entrance with dentil molding, wainscoting, and hardwoods. The whole interior is chock full of glorious vintage elements ready to be restored.

Porch featured at 108 York St, Chester, SC, 29706

Realtor Comments

Come see this historic home built in 1913! Hardwood flooring and 14 foot ceilings throughout most of the home. A sprawling staircase and large entry way greets you when entering the home. The main floor features a bedroom, living room, kitchen and dining room. All of the rooms are very spacious which was the building style of the time. Upstairs features 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. There is also an additional guest cottage in the backyard. This home is located in the heart of Chester. Make it yours today! This is a Fannie Mae Homepath property. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.

4bd
3.5ba
3,904sqft
0.7 acre lot
Circa 1913

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108 York St, Chester, SC 29706 $170,000

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The Pros

Exceptional Housing Affordability: Real estate and the overall cost of living are significantly lower than the national average, making it an attractive destination if you want to slash your monthly overhead while working remotely.
Strategic Geographic Location: Unlike deeply isolated rural towns, Chester benefits from being roughly an hour south of Charlotte, North Carolina, and about 45 minutes north of Columbia, SC. This gives you a quiet small-town home base while keeping major metropolitan amenities within a reasonable driving distance.
Historic Downtown Character: The city features a historic downtown district with classic Southern storefronts and civic pride, offering a traditional community feel.
Proximity to Outdoor Recreation: Situated near the Broad River and Chester State Park, residents have easy access to fishing, camping, walking trails, and outdoor weekends.

The Cons

Limited Local Job Market: Traditional local employment options are sparse, meaning remote work or commuting toward the Charlotte metro area is practically essential for a stable professional career.
Economic Transition and Underinvestment: Like many former textile towns, parts of Chester have experienced economic shifts and localized poverty, meaning community infrastructure and retail options right in town can feel dated or limited.
Travel Logistics for Air Travel: While driving to Charlotte is convenient for day-to-day needs, catching major commercial flights out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)—your closest major hub for those quarterly vacations—requires about a 45-to-50-minute drive.
Hot and Humid Summers: South Carolina summers bring intense heat and high humidity, leading to higher electricity bills during peak cooling months.

Living Room featured at 108 York St, Chester, SC, 29706

Family History

This was the home of Robert Gage (1885-1981), President of Commercial Bank. He lived in the home with his wife Mary Smith Gage (1883-1970), and their daughters Alice and Margaret. Margaret, however, died at the tender age of five months.