Dimensions16 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
LevelThird
7 Perkins Ave, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867 • West Side
$730,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$729,999
Final Sale Price:
$730,000
Difference:
+$1 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$341
Sale $/sq ft:
$341
This property sold for $341 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$341/sq ft
Area Median
$592/sq ft
Difference
42.4%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Welcome home to quintessential WEST SIDE perfection! Located w/in walking distance to BARROWS elementary, DOWNTOWN Reading, & COMMUTER RAIL STATION, this COMPLETELY RENOVATED 3 bed/2 bath Colonial features a detached 2 CAR GARAGE, C/A, professionally landscaped grounds, HARDWOOD throughout, & flexible OPEN FLOOR PLAN tailored to today’s living. GOURMET kitchen features S/S, GRANITE, breakfast bar, CUSTOM cabinets, GAS range, & prep sink. Main level also offers TALL ceilings, stone FIREPLACE, RECESSED lighting, BRIGHT playroom, open dining area & full bath complete w/laundry & extra STORAGE. A gracious FOYER leads up to 3 bedrooms w/ample closet space, another full bath & private third floor bonus room ideal for home OFFICE or future expansion possibilities. All the work has been done: windows, roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, masonry – ALL NEW. Also, QUICK, easy access to 95/93. TURN KEY at its best. Unpack and enjoy your new home, just in time before the new school year begins.
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Property History
Market Insights
53.8%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73088380
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 31, 2023
$975,000
MLS #73088380
Sold
Jul 27, 2017
$730,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
Listed for Sale
Jun 7, 2017
$729,999
Original listing
Agent: Susan Gormady
Office: Classified Realty Group
Previous Transaction - MLS #71608442
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jan 24, 2014
$665,000
MLS #71608442
Previous Transaction - MLS #71515377
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 18, 2013
$450,000
MLS #71515377
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2023 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $975,000 | - | - | MLS #73088380 |
| 07/27/2017 | ✓ Sold | $730,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/07/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $729,999 | - | - | Original listing |
| 01/24/2014 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $665,000 | - | - | MLS #71608442 |
| 07/18/2013 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $450,000 | - | - | MLS #71515377 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $8,227 | $586,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,227
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$586,400
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Living Area
2,141 sq ft
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Office, Mud Room, Play Room, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,227
Assessed Value
$586,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Prefers An End Of July Closing. Fire House On Woburn Street Is A Sub Station, Not The Main Station. Sellers Have Never Heard The Bell Ring Since Theyve Owned The Home.
Exclusions
See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
does not include finished, heated 3rd floor
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
16 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,141 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions9 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 8
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
LevelMain,First
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Office, Mud Room, Play Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry:
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, 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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
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
Elementary Schools
6 schools
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.4 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
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.5 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
RISE PreSchool
1.2 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
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
2.1 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
2.4 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
Middle Schools
2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.3 mi
|
#62 of 352
|
Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
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
High Schools
2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
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
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Neighborhood
West Side
7 Perkins Ave, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Office
Classified Realty Group
Office Phone
781-944-1901
Agent MLS ID
CN201322
Office MLS ID
AN1116
Listing Data Updated
Jul 28, 2017 4:13 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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