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38 Berkeley St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • West Side
$670,000
Est. $4,257/month
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,337
Sq Ft
$287
Price/Sq Ft
0.35
Acres
1830
Year Built
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 17, 2017 • MLS# 72165682 Copied!

About this home

If you like to entertain outdoors and dine al fresco, then look no further than this perfect West Side Colonial. The beautifully paved patio with arch, flowering perennials and fire pit will be the envy of all your friends and neighbors. The inside of the home is just as charming as the outside! The updated chef's kitchen with its stainless steel appliances is a chef's delight. Enter the family room addition with vaulted ceilings and sit by the warmth of the gas fireplace. The second level boasts a beautiful master also with vaulted ceilings, and two additional bedrooms. The third level is complete and a teenager's dream! Laundry conveniently located off the kitchen. Oil to gas conversion in 2014 with new systems in place. Walk to commuter rail, restaurants and shops on Main Street, and the Elementary and Middle School. This is Reading living at its best!!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner PETERS LYNN W
Mailing Address 38 BERKELEY ST, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S15
Style COLONIAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $999,600
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $12,375
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($167)
Estimated Annual Tax $12,542

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $621,000 $372,200 $999,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 3, 2017 $670,000 69722/97

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2020.

Data: Town of Reading Monthly Building Permit Report

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 (89.6% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1830
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,337 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $659,900
Final Sale Price: $670,000
Difference: +$10,100 (+1.5%)
Performance Metrics
101.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $282
Sale $/sq ft: $287
This property sold for $287 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1830
Living Area 2,337 sq ft
Lot Size 0.35 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Range Hood
Fireplace Family Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Partial, Unfinished
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Features Central Vacuum

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $8,029
Assessed Value $572,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Range Hood
Interior Features: Central Vacuum
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Partial, Unfinished
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1830
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Family Room
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access

Location

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Neighborhood

West Side

38 Berkeley St, 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

6 schools
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.3 mi | #158 of 824 | Score: 56.8
Dropped 82 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
365 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.6 mi | #93 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
388 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
1.2 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.3 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
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
2.1 mi | #94 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 18 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
406 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Wood End Elementary School
2.3 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.3 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.4 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.9 mi
Grades 06-12
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
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Property History

Market Insights

37.1%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73528196
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$1,049,000
MLS #73528196 - Active
Sold
Aug 3, 2017
$670,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
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Listed for Sale
May 17, 2017
$659,900
Original listing
Agent: The Synergy Group Office: RE/MAX Leading Edge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 2, 2026 Sold $1,049,000
May 17, 2017 New Listing Added $659,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$287

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $8,029 $572,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,029
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$572,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Synergy Group
Agent MLS ID TM321745
Office MLS ID BB5817
Listing Data Updated Sep 19, 2017 10:04 AM EDT
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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