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7 Perkins Ave, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • West Side
$665,000
Est. $4,210/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,141
Sq Ft
$311
Price/Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
1910
Year Built
69
Days on Market
Closed Listed Nov 14, 2013 • MLS# 71608442 Copied!

About this home

Location, location, location! Enjoy the holidays in this West Side fully renovated 8 room Colonial w/ a detached two car garage, near public transportation, schools, major routes, and much more. This house is all about NEW. New roof, heat and central A/C system, plumbing, and electrical. Professionally landscaped yard featuring new brick Patio. New windows and open floor plan create a light and welcoming feeling. New gourmet kitchen w/ granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, breakfast bar, and prep sink. This house has great flow from front to back. Hardwood floors throughout, stoned fireplace, and a new full bath featuring granite counters and a tiled shower. The 2nd level features a master bedroom w/ inlay hardwood floors and oversized closet, 2 other BR w/ hardwood and oversized closets, and a beautiful custom bath. Use your imagination for the cozy third level, fully carpeted and serviced by heat and A/C. With all these features this house won’t last!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,141 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $689,900
Final Sale Price: $665,000
Difference: $24,900 (-3.6%)
Performance Metrics
96.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
69
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $322
Sale $/sq ft: $311
This property sold for $311 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.6% below the original asking price.

The property spent 69 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
$311/sq ft
Area Average
$515/sq ft
Difference
39.7%

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

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

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 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet, Recessed Lighting, Office, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

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

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

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

Financial

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

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Office, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

West Side

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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Property History

Market Insights

53.8%
Price Range
71
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
Sold
Jan 24, 2014
$665,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 71
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Listed for Sale
Nov 14, 2013
$669,900
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lynnfield
Previous Transaction - MLS #71515377
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 18, 2013
$450,000
MLS #71515377

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 31, 2023 Sold $975,000
Jul 27, 2017 Sold $730,000
Nov 14, 2013 New Listing Added $669,900
Jul 18, 2013 Sold $450,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
69 days
Price per Sq Ft
$311

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 Ryan Pollock
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lynnfield
Agent MLS ID CN203109
Office MLS ID C70100
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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