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16 Joseph Way, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$455,000
Est. $3,017/month
6
Beds
3
Baths
3,192
Sq Ft
$143
Price/Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
1958
Year Built
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 11, 2014 • MLS# 71659461 Copied!

About this home

***Multiple Offers - Submit highest and best only *** Contractor Alert! Large home with lots of potential. Many home improvement projects have been begun but not completed. Looking for a contractor or determined homeowner who is willing to take on this project and restore this home.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner JACKSON RICHARD E
Mailing Address 16 JOSEPH WAY, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style COLONIAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,224,400
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $15,158
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($209)
Estimated Annual Tax $15,367

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $532,600 $691,200 $1,224,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 14, 2022 $1,285,000 80431/421

Municipal Context: READING

Median Home Value $665,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,230
Residential Tax Rate $12.38/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (81.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1958
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,192 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $424,900
Final Sale Price: $455,000
Difference: +$30,100 (+7.1%)
Performance Metrics
107.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $133
Sale $/sq ft: $143
This property sold for $143 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1958
Living Area 3,192 sq ft
Lot Size 0.37 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,193
Assessed Value $414,500

Interior Features

Flooring:
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Basement: Full
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1958
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

16 Joseph Way, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Reading School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.4% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School
5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
B+
Wood End Elementary School
0.3 mi | #275 of 824 | Score: 51.6
Dropped 192 spots from last year
-6.6 below state avg
236 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.9 mi | #240 of 824 | Score: 52.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
359 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
1.2 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.9 mi | #43 of 352 | Score: 58.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-0.1 below state avg
405 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.9 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.2 mi | #65 of 346 | Score: 65.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+6.8 above state avg
1,094 students Less Diverse
18 sports • 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Austin Prep School
1.4 mi
Grades 06-12
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Year 1
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Year 15
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Year 30
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Property History

Market Insights

66.9%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #72980171
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 14, 2022
$1,285,000
MLS #72980171
Previous Transaction - MLS #72360610
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 29, 2018
$900,000
MLS #72360610
Previous Transaction - MLS #71745756
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 18, 2015
$766,000
MLS #71745756
Sold
May 23, 2014
$455,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Apr 11, 2014
$424,900
Original listing

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 14, 2022 Sold $1,285,000
Aug 29, 2018 Sold $900,000
Mar 18, 2015 Sold $766,000
Apr 11, 2014 New Listing Added $424,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$143

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2013 $6,193 $414,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,193
Tax Year 2013
Assessed Value
$414,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Martha Dastous
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newburyport
Agent MLS ID C8000179
Office MLS ID BB9575
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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