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196 Salem Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$295,000
Est. $2,092/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,772
Sq Ft
$166
Price/Sq Ft
0.82
Acres
1880
Year Built
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 23, 2014 • MLS# 71667456 Copied!

About this home

Own in one of Massachusetts most desirable communities! Priced right so you can make this 3 bedroom Colonial your own! This home features some hardwood floors, a spacious floor plan and possible room to expand. Second floor offers three bedrooms, full bath and an extra large foyer. Energy efficiencies include blown in cellulose insulation and newer GAS heating system installed in 2009. Updated electric too! Lots of privacy on this tree lined lot that has a one car detached garage great for that workshop. Conveniently located within short drive to major routes, downtown Reading and Lake Quannapowitt. Build your instant equity!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,772 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $299,900
Final Sale Price: $295,000
Difference: $4,900 (-1.6%)
Performance Metrics
98.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $169
Sale $/sq ft: $166
This property sold for $166 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.6% below the original asking price.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,772 sq ft
Lot Size 0.82 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry First Floor
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,804
Assessed Value $325,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

196 Salem Street, 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
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.0 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
RISE PreSchool
1.1 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.4 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.3 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
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.3 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.1 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
Nazareth Academy
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
Austin Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
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Homeowners Insurance $200
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Year 15
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Year 30
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Property History

Market Insights

55.3%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #72882565
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 6, 2021
$660,000
MLS #72882565
Previous Transaction - MLS #71957735
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 28, 2016
$469,900
MLS #71957735
Sold
Jun 5, 2014
$295,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
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Listed for Sale
Apr 23, 2014
$299,900
Original listing
Agent: Chuha & Scouten Team Office: RE/MAX Leading Edge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 6, 2021 Sold $660,000
Mar 28, 2016 Sold $469,900
Apr 23, 2014 New Listing Added $299,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$166

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2014 $4,804 $325,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,804
Tax Year 2014
Assessed Value
$325,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Chuha & Scouten Team
Listing Office RE/MAX Leading Edge
Agent MLS ID TEAM0335
Office MLS ID AN0156
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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