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7 Perkins Ave, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$450,000
Est. $3,123/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,141
Sq Ft
$210
Price/Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
1910
Year Built
39
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 26, 2013 • MLS# 71515377 Copied!

About this home

Call 7 PERKINS AVE home!! This 8-rm WEST-SIDE colonial is waiting for your updates. Upon entering the front foyer, you'll find a sunny OFFICE or fourth bedroom and NEWER HALF BATH. The fireplaced living room opens to the formal dining room and on into the EAT-IN kitchen. Off the dining room, enjoy a four-season sunroom, perfect for quiet reading. The second floor boasts three spacious bedrooms and a newer full bath. NEW front walk & stairs! 2-CAR GARAGE! NEW 6-CAR DRIVEWAY! NEWER HEAT!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,141 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $549,900
Final Sale Price: $450,000
Difference: $99,900 (-18.2%)
Performance Metrics
81.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
39
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $257
Sale $/sq ft: $210
This property sold for $210 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 18.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 39 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$210/sq ft
Area Average
$515/sq ft
Difference
59.3%

This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1910
Living Area 2,141 sq ft
Lot Size 0.25 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet, Bathroom - Half, Dining Area, Entrance Foyer, Office, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $7,767
Assessed Value $519,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Half, Dining Area, Entrance Foyer, Office, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

7 Perkins Ave, 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
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.4 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
0.5 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
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
1.0 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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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

53.8%
Price Range
40
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73088380
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 31, 2023
$975,000
MLS #73088380
Previous Transaction - MLS #72178186
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 27, 2017
$730,000
MLS #72178186
Previous Transaction - MLS #71608442
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jan 24, 2014
$665,000
MLS #71608442
Sold
Jul 18, 2013
$450,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 40
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Listed for Sale
Apr 26, 2013
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Black Office: Premier Realty Group, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 31, 2023 Sold $975,000
Jul 27, 2017 Sold $730,000
Jan 24, 2014 Sold $665,000
Apr 26, 2013 New Listing Added $499,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
39 days
Price per Sq Ft
$210

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2013 $7,767 $519,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,767
Tax Year 2013
Assessed Value
$519,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Patricia Black
Listing Office Premier Realty Group, Inc.
Agent MLS ID B0384189
Office MLS ID B95198
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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