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164 South St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$499,900
Est. $3,271/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,265
Sq Ft
$395
Price/Sq Ft
0.35
Acres
1951
Year Built
57
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 22, 2017 • MLS# 72134462 Copied!

About this home

WOW! Welcome home! Spectacular renovated home on a HUGE corner lot located in one of Reading's finest neighborhoods. Gorgeous updated kitchen includes brand new high end cabinets with soft close doors, all new stainless steel appliances, and brand new granite countertops. Enjoy beautiful shiny refinished floors and efficient LED recessed lights throughout the home. The driveway was paved just a few months ago and offers plenty of space for parking. Don't forget: one car garage, updated replacement windows, and newer heating system, siding, and roof. Brand new french drain system just installed in the basement. Convenient West End location just a few minutes away from major highways I-95 and I-93. Nothing left to do here other than move right in! Don't miss out on this one!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SAMWAYS MARK A
Mailing Address 164 SOUTH STREET, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style RANCH

Tax Information

Assessed Value $847,500
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $10,492
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($139)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,631

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $530,000 $317,500 $847,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 21, 2017 $499,900 69472/251

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 (89.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1951
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,265 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $524,900
Final Sale Price: $499,900
Difference: $25,000 (-4.8%)
Performance Metrics
95.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
57
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $415
Sale $/sq ft: $395
This property sold for $395 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 57 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
$395/sq ft
Area Average
$135/sq ft
Difference
+193.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1951
Living Area 1,265 sq ft
Lot Size 0.35 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features Sun Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,515
Assessed Value $464,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Sun Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1951
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

164 South St, 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
Joshua Eaton School
0.7 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-
Robin Hood School
0.9 mi | #248 of 824 | Score: 52.5
Improved 194 spots from last year
-5.8 below state avg
380 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-04
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.2 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
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
B
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.7 mi | #176 of 352 | Score: 42.4
Improved 42 spots from last year
-15.8 below state avg
521 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
B+
Stoneham Central Middle School
1.8 mi | #132 of 352 | Score: 46.3
Dropped 33 spots from last year
-11.9 below state avg
689 students Moderate
Grades 05-08
H

High Schools

1 school
Austin Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 06-12
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

23%
Price Range
59
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 21, 2017
$499,900
Property sold
Days on Market: 59
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 22, 2017
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Kevin Baker Office: Impact Realty, LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #72073423
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 4, 2016
$385,000
MLS #72073423

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 22, 2017 New Listing Added $499,900
Nov 4, 2016 Sold $385,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
57 days
Price per Sq Ft
$395

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $6,515 $464,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,515
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$464,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kevin Baker
Listing Office Impact Realty, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN212387
Office MLS ID AN2951
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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