FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
147 Main Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$289,900
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$289,900
Final Sale Price:
$289,900
Difference:
+$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$288
Sale $/sq ft:
$288
This property sold for $288 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold exactly at the asking price.
With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$288/sq ft
Area Median
$510/sq ft
Difference
43.5%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
SITS UP ON A KNOLL WAY OFF THE STREET! DETACHED OVERSIZED 2-car GARAGE with walk-up storage loft for WORKMAN or LUXURY of garage space! This CONDO alternative has an UPDATED eat-in KITCHEN and 1 1/2 UPDATED BATHS. Enjoy HARDWOOD FLOORS, GAS FIREPLACED LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, and DEN. The 3-seacon porch is added space for play or quiet time. The second floor has two ample bedrooms and a full bath. The YARD is PRIVATE and the above-ground pool is all fenced in. NEW GAS HEAT!!!
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Property History
Market Insights
51.7%
Price Range
4
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73563626
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Currently Listed
Aug 14, 2026
$599,900
MLS #73563626 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72471872
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Previously Sold
Jun 28, 2019
$399,900
MLS #72471872
Sold
Aug 27, 2012
$289,900
Property sold
Days on Market: 4
Listed for Sale
May 30, 2012
$289,900
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Black
Office: Premier Realty Group, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $599,900 | - | - | MLS #73563626 - Active |
| 06/28/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $399,900 | - | - | MLS #72471872 |
| 08/27/2012 | ✓ Sold | $289,900 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/30/2012 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $289,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $3,863 | $273,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,863
Tax Year 2012
Assessed Value
$273,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,006 sq ft
Lot Size
0.24 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Den, Sun Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard
Pool
Above Ground
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,863
Assessed Value
$273,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Plowing Expense Shared.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
cream
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Includes enclosed front porch (which is used for a playroom.)
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,006 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions10 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions16 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 10
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
LevelMain,First
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolAbove Ground
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features:
Den, Sun Room
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Block, Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Pool:
Private Pool
Pool Features:
Above Ground
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
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
Elementary Schools
6 schools
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
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.4 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
RISE PreSchool
1.9 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
2.1 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
2.3 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
3.1 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
Middle Schools
2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.1 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
2.1 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
High Schools
2 schools
Austin Prep School
2.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.9 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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Neighborhood
147 Main Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Office
Premier Realty Group, Inc.
Office Phone
781-944-4140
Agent MLS ID
B0384189
Office MLS ID
B95198
Listing Data Updated
Aug 27, 2012 12:43 PM 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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