6 Lawrence Rd, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$360,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,250
Sq Ft
$288
Price/Sq Ft
0.21
Acres
1947
Year Built
1
Garage Space
6
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 26, 2016 • MLS# 72073066 Copied! • Updated Dec 12, 2016

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $349,900
Final Sale Price: $360,000
Difference: +$10,100 (+2.9%)
Performance Metrics
102.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $280
Sale $/sq ft: $288
This property sold for $288 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$288/sq ft
Area Median
$414/sq ft
Difference
30.5%

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

About this home

Want to live in desirable Reading? This sunny 3 bedroom Cape in Birch Meadow is fondly known by most as the "Red Geranium" House. Fireplace living room and hardwood floors throughout most of the home. 1 car garage, outdoor fireplace and sprinkler system. Walking distance to schools, park and YMCA. Convenient to commuter rail and Routes 128 and 93. Come and add you own personal touches to make this home shine.

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Property History

Market Insights

32.1%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #72302545
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 4, 2018
$515,000
MLS #72302545
Sold
Dec 12, 2016
$360,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 26, 2016
$349,900
Original listing
Agent: Julie Scott Office: RE/MAX Leading Edge

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $5,649 $389,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,649
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$389,600

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1947
Living Area 1,250 sq ft
Lot Size 0.21 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Appliances Water Heater
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Fuses
Water Public
Sewer Other
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $5,649
Assessed Value $389,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Seller Has Not Lived In The Home For Over 40 Years. Property To Be Connected To Public Sewerage Prior To Closing. Property To Be Sold In As Is Condition.
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) 8 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1947
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,250 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Appliances: Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1947
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Under, 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, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
RISE PreSchool
0.2 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.5 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
0.8 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.3 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
1.1 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
Lynnfield Middle School
2.8 mi | #58 of 352 | Score: 55.5
Improved 34 spots from last year
-2.7 below state avg
698 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 05-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.2 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
Austin Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Nazareth Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

6 Lawrence Rd, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID B900983
Office MLS ID AN0156
Listing Data Updated Dec 12, 2016 10:34 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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