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5 Washington Street # A1, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$201,000
Est. $1,817/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
846
Sq Ft
$238
Price/Sq Ft
1971
Year Built
36
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 30, 2016 • MLS# 72013535 Copied!

About this home

Bright 1st floor corner unit; shows pride of ownership. The unit has been well cared for over the years and one only has to move their clothes, personal items and furniture in; no additional work is needed! All colors are neutral. Only in-unit washer and dryer in complex. Additional built in storage in kitchen, & a pass through 4 ez serving 2 DR. Flooring and K. Cabinets are updated. MBR is quite large with alcove for Desk. Good sized closet space throughout the unit. Dining room has additional pantry space as well as a good sized coat closet. The pool is open the week of July 4th through August. There is an outdoor grilling area and the owner will leave the grill as well as appliances in the unit. The living room has an in-wall AC; there is a space for an AC in the MBR. There is 1 deeded parking space #5 and if needed another can be rented for a low fee per month. The commuter rail and bus are around the corner. EZ to show. "BEWARE" small hidden odorless cat.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ROOT CHARLES W
Mailing Address 8 WASHINGTON ST, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S15
Style OLD STYLE

Tax Information

Assessed Value $668,500
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,276
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($106)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,382

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $431,000 $232,100 $668,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 26, 1992 $120,000 22162/0007

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 (80.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1971
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
846 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $195,000
Final Sale Price: $201,000
Difference: +$6,000 (+3.1%)
Performance Metrics
103.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
36
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $230
Sale $/sq ft: $238
This property sold for $238 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 36 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1971
Living Area 846 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry First Floor, In Building, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Screens
Pool Association
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $2,470
Assessed Value $170,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor, In Building, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1971
Structure Type: Garden, Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Location

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Neighborhood

5 Washington Street # A1, 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
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
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.7 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
RISE PreSchool
0.9 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.0 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
1.7 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
2.1 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
0.2 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
1.1 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
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.9 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 Tax $206
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $395/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

48%
Price Range
37
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73501658
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 15, 2026
$375,000
MLS #73501658 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73410625
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 11, 2025
$375,000
MLS #73410625
Sold
Jul 22, 2016
$201,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 37
Sold
Jul 22, 2016
$201,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 37
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Listed for Sale
May 30, 2016
$195,000
Original listing
Agent: Marygail Ranaldi Office: Mary Gail Realty
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Listed for Sale
May 30, 2016
$195,000
Original listing
Agent: Marygail Ranaldi Office: Mary Gail Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 15, 2026 Sold $375,000
Sep 11, 2025 Sold $375,000
May 30, 2016 New Listing Added $195,000
May 30, 2016 New Listing Added $195,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
36 days
Price per Sq Ft
$238

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $2,470 $170,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,470
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$395
Monthly
Assessed Value
$170,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Marygail Ranaldi
Listing Office Mary Gail Realty
Agent MLS ID B0408767
Office MLS ID B96001
Listing Data Updated Jul 25, 2016 9:30 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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