25 Vista Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • West Side
$689,900
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,900
Sq Ft
$363
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
2001
Year Built
6
Parking
13
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 5, 2017 • MLS# 72141059 Copied! • Updated Jun 26, 2017

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $689,900
Final Sale Price: $689,900
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $363
Sale $/sq ft: $363
This property sold for $363 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 15 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$363/sq ft
Area Median
$553/sq ft
Difference
34.4%

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

About this home

DREAMS REALLY DO COME TRUE! This immaculate 2001 Colonial with 4 bedrooms is located in the desirable West Side of Reading on a charming side street. Offering open concept living at its finest, this home has been extensively remodeled on the 1st floor featuring a spectacular kitchen & dining room area that will exceed all of your expectations! You will love the custom, shaker style maple cabinets in Arctic White, the top of the line Bosch appliances, the Brazilian granite countertops, the pendant & LED recessed lighting, the exotic Brazilian walnut hardwood floors & more! The spacious living room with solid black granite fireplace is ideal for entertaining right at home! Fresh Benjamin Moore paint throughout, plenty of storage & room for future expansion in the lower level. The exterior features a partially fenced back yard, a front farmer's porch & plenty of off street parking. Reading is known as a "Commuter's Paradise" with highway access to all major routes, the train & Boston.

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Property History

Market Insights

41.6%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73073685
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 7, 2023
$1,010,000
MLS #73073685
Sold
Jun 26, 2017
$689,900
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 5, 2017
$689,900
Original listing
Agent: Judith O'Connell Office: EXIT Family First Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #71978681
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 31, 2016
$590,000
MLS #71978681

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $7,843 $559,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,843
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$559,000

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 2001
Living Area 1,900 sq ft
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Cooktop, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 6
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $7,843
Assessed Value $559,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Open Houses - Saturday, April 8th & Sunday, April 9th From 12 Noon To 2 P.m. Sale Includes Refrigerator, Basement Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer And All Window Treatments. Please See Exclusions. Seller Prefers Closing After June 22, 2017.
Exclusions Mounted Tvs, Brackets And Surround Sound Speakers.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Measurements are approximate. Measurements do not include basement.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 14 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2001
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,900 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Cooktop, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 2001
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private 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
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.3 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
0.8 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
1.2 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.4 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
A-
Galvin Middle School
2.4 mi | #79 of 352 | Score: 52.1
Improved 5 spots from last year
-6.1 below state avg
1,056 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
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
Austin Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Nazareth Academy
2.0 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

West Side

25 Vista Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Agent Judith O'Connell
Agent MLS ID B9500802
Office MLS ID B95195
Listing Data Updated Jun 26, 2017 12:30 PM EDT
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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