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8 Rachel Rd, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$650,000
Est. $4,047/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,774
Sq Ft
$366
Price/Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
1957
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 25, 2016 • MLS# 72058064 Copied!

About this home

Incredibly bright & spacious open-concept JUST renovated home is perfect blend of modern living & classic New England character. Quiet cul-de-sac & steps to J Eaton School in desirable West Side. Perfect for entertaining & comfortable family living, huge main level - w/ luminous oak hardwood floors & encompassed by windows - boasts gorgeous kitchen w/stunning white cabinets / Whirlpool SS appliances / gleaming subway tiled backsplash / Midnite black granite counters / massive breakfast bar w/"drawer"microwave / stylish pendant lights all overlooking plush backyard from oversized windows. Kitchen leads to exceptional open dining/living room w/handsome stone accent wall, woodburning FP, wainscoting, crown moulding & recessed lighting. 3 Large bdrms includes wonderful mastersuite w/vessel sink & honeycomb tile. 2nd bath w/extra wide tiled floor & shower/tub. Lovely sunroom leads to large outdoor deck & backyard. Fireplace in "ready to finish" basement. Central Air and 1 car garage.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TAI PETER J
Mailing Address 8 RACHEL RD, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S15
Style RANCH

Tax Information

Assessed Value $928,800
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $11,499
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($154)
Estimated Annual Tax $11,652

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $515,800 $413,000 $928,800

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Oct 20, 2016 $650,000 68242/448

Municipal Context: READING

Median Home Value $665,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,230
Residential Tax Rate $12.38/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (89.5% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1957
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,774 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $629,000
Final Sale Price: $650,000
Difference: +$21,000 (+3.3%)
Performance Metrics
103.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $355
Sale $/sq ft: $366
This property sold for $366 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$366/sq ft
Area Average
$541/sq ft
Difference
32.3%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1957
Living Area 1,774 sq ft
Lot Size 0.27 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $6,722
Assessed Value $463,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Sun Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1957
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

8 Rachel Rd, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

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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

6 schools
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.2 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
1.1 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
1.6 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.8 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
2.2 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
2.8 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.8 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
1.8 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
1.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.6 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

26.9%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 20, 2016
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Aug 25, 2016
$629,000
Original listing
Office: True North Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #71960827
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 27, 2016
$475,000
MLS #71960827

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 25, 2016 New Listing Added $629,000
Apr 27, 2016 Sold $475,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$366

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $6,722 $463,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,722
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$463,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent John Coyne
Listing Office True North Realty
Agent MLS ID CT007935
Office MLS ID AN2670
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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