NEW PICTURES AND FLOOR PLAN added! This one is a true Chester gem my friends. Having lived in Chester all my life, as a little girl, I was in awe of this mansion. I'd go to the Chester Public Library right across the street and read Gone with the Wind, and then come out and see this big mansion. I dreamed a lot back then! I didn't know much about real estate architecture at 9 years old - I have learned that a real Southern Plantation home was different, but in my 10 year old mind, it was something I could still dream about. Now my dream has come full circle. Come and see this beautiful circa 1840 classic for yourself. This one could be a beautiful bed/breakfast, VRBO, Corporate retreat/meeting center, Wedding destination...the possibilities are endless. There is a 4 car garage, a BBQ house, beautiful balconies and wrap around porch. 5 bedrooms with 3 full, 2 1/2 bathrooms, full finished basement with living quarters...just too much to describe here. There is an additional 1823 square foot home (102 & 102A Mullins Rd) in the rear (former guest house) currently rented as a duplex. Income is $1500 a month. Qualified buyers with preapproval letter or proof of funds can arrange a private tour of the house, grounds and duplex by calling the list agent. It's being sold AS-IS with ALL CONTENTS/FURNISHINGS. Showings for serious preapproved or cash only with proof of funds buyers please. Knox College is the benefactor of the proceeds as the generous gift from the Mullins family. Watch for the video! It's a true delight.
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Listed by: Worth Clark Realty
Price cut: $51K (3/18)
$699,000
718 State St, Chester, IL 62233
5beds
5,709sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
2.53 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bbq houseBeautiful balconiesWrap around porch
- 143 days |
- 495 |
- 29 |
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Listing Provided by:
Robin K Bert 573-450-5149,
Worth Clark Realty
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25082916
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 357
- Dimensions: 17x21
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11x12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11x14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 8x3
Bathroom 2
- Description: Porcelain tiles & marble from Portugal
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11x9
Bathroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10x8
Bathroom 4
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 7x14
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 15x18
Dining room
- Description: Stained glass windows/fireplace decorative
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 14x18
Family room
- Description: Fireplace and outside access
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 432
- Dimensions: 18x24
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16x13
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 10x27
Laundry
- Description: Toilet and sink in this room
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 6x8
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 459
- Dimensions: 17x27
Other
- Description: Two story foyer
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 136
- Dimensions: 17x8
Other
- Description: Terrazzo floor
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9x8
Other
- Features: Floor Covering: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 162
- Dimensions: 9x18
Sitting room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11x9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,709
- Total interior livable area: 5,709 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,786
- Finished area below ground: 1,923
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
Lot
- Size: 2.53 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Many Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 1801701000
- Special conditions: Listing As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Meyer And Opdykes Addition
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,540
- Annual tax amount: $6,357
- Date on market: 1/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 143 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2026 | Price change | $699,000-6.8%$122/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #25082916 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000$131/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25082916 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $146 +4.5% | $2,180 +7.7% |
| 2023 | $140 +2.3% | $2,025 +6% |
| 2022 | $137 +0.6% | $1,910 -1.3% |
| 2021 | $136 -4.5% | $1,935 +0.8% |
| 2020 | $142 -97.6% | $1,920 -97.5% |
| 2019 | $5,859 +6% | $76,310 -9.3% |
| 2018 | $5,528 +1.1% | $84,132 +13% |
| 2017 | $5,469 +2.7% | $74,435 +4.6% |
| 2016 | $5,326 | $71,155 +3.2% |
| 2015 | $5,326 | $68,950 -0.4% |
| 2014 | $5,326 +0% | $69,220 |
| 2013 | $5,325 +1.9% | $69,220 -7% |
| 2012 | $5,226 | $74,435 |
| 2011 | $5,226 +7.9% | $74,435 +6.5% |
| 2009 | $4,845 | $69,895 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62233
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Chester Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Chester High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chester Dist 139
- Middle: Chester Dist 139
- High: Chester
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- 62233
- 718 State St
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