FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
LevelSecond
181 Lowell Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$399,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$379,000
Final Sale Price:
$399,000
Difference:
+$20,000 (+5.3%)
Performance Metrics
105.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$260
Sale $/sq ft:
$274
This property sold for $274 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 13 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$274/sq ft
Area Median
$536/sq ft
Difference
48.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Investors and developers take note! Amazing location within walking distance to the commuter rail, downtown Reading and easy access to routes 93, 95 and 128. Offering a chance to become part of a community where property values are on an accelerating rise. Enter into a warm home with endless possibilities. On the first floor you will find a spacious living room, formal dining room, full bath and large eat-in kitchen containing sliders leading out to the grand deck overlooking a spacious backyard. The 2nd floor boasts 3 bedrooms and a full bath. Offering a level fenced in backyard with ample open space and both a farmers porch and a deck to relax on in the summer. This classic layout offers incredible flexibility for expansion and renovation. With a one car garage and plenty of off-street parking, don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
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Property History
Market Insights
47%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #72801889
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 21, 2021
$715,000
MLS #72801889
Previous Transaction - MLS #72455654
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 30, 2019
$580,000
MLS #72455654
Sold
Apr 27, 2018
$399,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
Listed for Sale
Apr 2, 2018
$379,000
Original listing
Agent: Andersen Group Realty
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/21/2021 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $715,000 | - | - | MLS #72801889 |
| 05/30/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $580,000 | - | - | MLS #72455654 |
| 04/27/2018 | ✓ Sold | $399,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/02/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $379,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $6,023 | $434,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,023
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$434,300
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1924
Living Area
1,457 sq ft
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Steam, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cottage
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,023
Assessed Value
$434,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Property Being Sold As Is.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Brown
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
23 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1924
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,457 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
LevelSecond
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
LevelMain,First
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
LevelMain,First
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Slider
LevelMain,First
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
LevelMain,First
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck
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, Hardwood
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cottage
Year Built:
1924
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Highway Access, 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
RISE PreSchool
0.4 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.6 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
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
A
Joshua Eaton School
1.1 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
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.4 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
1.6 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
0.5 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
0.6 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
0.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.4 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
181 Lowell Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Andersen Group Realty
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Office Phone
781-862-2800
Agent MLS ID
TM309803
Office MLS ID
AN2627
Listing Data Updated
Apr 27, 2018 4:02 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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