Chester City Property Records in Virginia

Chester property records document ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, transfers, mortgages, liens, and related land instruments for properties in Chester, Massachusetts. Users can access assessment and parcel data through The Town of Chester Assessors’ Office, while recorded deeds, mortgages, plans, and other land records are available through the Hampden County Registry of Deeds. If a property is registered land, related certificates and documents may involve the Massachusetts Land Court system and the registry’s land court records. Property tax payment or billing details may be obtained from The Town of Chester Tax Collector’s Office. For statewide mapping and parcel reference data, users may also consult MassGIS, though official ownership and legal record verification should be done through the local assessor and registry of deeds.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$88,455
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$290,600
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,287
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.79%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,463 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
73%
Population
Population:
23,519

Chester Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Chester

Chester's Race and Ethnicity data shows a population that is majority White, at 54% (12,745 residents). Black residents make up 28% (6,593), followed by Hispanic residents at 11% (2,671). Residents of two or more races account for 3% (766), Asian residents for 2% (461), and Other Race for 0.75% (177). Pacific Islander residents are listed at 0.33% (77) and American Indian residents at 0.12% (29).

White
54%
12,745
Black
28%
6,593
Hispanic
11%
2,671
Two + Races
3%
766
Asian
2%
461
Other Race
0.75%
177
Pacific Islander
0.33%
77
American Indian
0.12%
29

Chester, Ratings Compared Across Virginia A-

Chester's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Diversity (A), Access to Parks (A-), and Access to Restaurants (A-). Other notable ratings include Jobs (A-), Good for Young Professionals (A-), and Good for Families (B+), while Public Schools (B-), Access to Bars (B-), and Walkability (B-) received the lowest grades. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Chester.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B+
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
B+
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B+
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A-
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
B+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A-
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
A-
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Chester

Chester's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (28%), Bachelor Degree (21%), and Some College (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
28%
Bachelor Degree
21%
Some College
13%
Associate Degree
12%
Masters Degree
9%
Below High School
7%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Chester's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1980 - 1999 (40%), followed by 2000 - Present (34%) and 1960 - 1979 (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1980 - 1999
40%
2000 - Present
34%
1960 - 1979
22%
1940 - 1959
5%
Before 1939
0.60%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Chester's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (48%), followed by 4 Bedrooms (24%) and 2 Bedrooms (16%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
48%
4 Bedrooms
24%
2 Bedrooms
16%
5 or More Bedrooms
8%
1 Bedroom
5%
No Bedrooms
0.29%

What Is the Average Age

Chester's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (16%), 45 - 54 (16%), and 35 - 44 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

45 - 54
16%
65 Plus
16%
35 - 44
14%
Under 10
13%
55 - 64
13%
25 - 34
11%
10 - 17
10%
18 - 24
8%

Property Market Trends at Chester

Chester's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $290,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,463 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Chester's dynamic real estate landscape.

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