344 West St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$322,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,251
Sq Ft
$257
Price/Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
1956
Year Built
1
Garage Space
53
Days on Market
Sold 2012 Listed Jan 9, 2012 • MLS# 71325117 Copied! • Updated Mar 6, 2012

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $329,900
Final Sale Price: $322,000
Difference: $7,900 (-2.4%)
Performance Metrics
97.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
53
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $264
Sale $/sq ft: $257
This property sold for $257 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.4% below the original asking price.

The property spent 53 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$257/sq ft
Area Median
$502/sq ft
Difference
48.8%

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

About this home

Charming three bedroom ranch, located in great Reading neighborhood. This home has a nice eat in kitchen, formal dinning room, living room has a wood burning fireplace with built ins, perfect for those cold winter nights. Home has been lovingly cared for and would be great whether you are looking for your first home or down sizing. Central AC and detached 2 car garage is a plus!! Close to 93 and 128 for easy commuting, as well as shops & restaurants.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

58.5%
Price Range
54
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73590399
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 14, 2026
$775,000
MLS #73590399 - Active
✓
Sold
Mar 5, 2012
$322,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 54
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Listed for Sale
Jan 9, 2012
$329,900
Original listing

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2011 $4,722 $342,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,722
Tax Year 2011
Assessed Value
$342,200

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1956
Living Area 1,251 sq ft
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 5
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $4,722
Assessed Value $342,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color white
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 54 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1956
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,251 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1956
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access
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
0.1 mi | #155 of 825 | Score: 56.8
Dropped 79 spots from last year
-1.4 below state avg
368 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Joshua Eaton School
0.9 mi | #83 of 825 | Score: 60.1
Improved 44 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
401 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
1.1 mi
100 students Moderate
Grades PK
B+
Birch Meadow School
1.1 mi | #256 of 825 | Score: 52.2
Dropped 176 spots from last year
-6 below state avg
346 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Wood End Elementary School
2.1 mi | #270 of 825 | Score: 51.7
Dropped 187 spots from last year
-6.5 below state avg
231 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
2.1 mi | #92 of 825 | Score: 59.7
Improved 20 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
400 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.4 mi | #63 of 352 | Score: 54.6
Dropped 27 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
533 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.3 mi | #43 of 352 | Score: 58.3
Improved 32 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
417 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.1 mi | #63 of 346 | Score: 65.6
Dropped 3 spots from last year
+7.4 above state avg
1,066 students Moderate
18 sports • 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

344 West St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joanne Mitsiaris
Listing Office Prudential Verani Realty
Office Phone 603-431-8977
Agent MLS ID G8002234
Office MLS ID AC0475
Listing Data Updated Mar 6, 2012 9:46 AM EST
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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