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175 Summer Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$683,000
Est. $4,357/month
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,623
Sq Ft
$260
Price/Sq Ft
0.43
Acres
1831
Year Built
20
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 24, 2018 • MLS# 72313747 Copied!

About this home

Impressive Colonial located in the desirable Westside. Great opportunity to live on Summer Avenue, a tree lined street with architecturally significant homes. The first floor offers high ceilings, lots of sunlight, wainscoting paneling, an elegant staircase and many period details with a generous living room featuring built-in bookcases and a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, half bath, a family room and kitchen with a large pantry. Front and back staircases lead to the second floor where you will find beautiful wide pine floors, a master bedroom with a nursery/office, a full bathroom and three additional bedrooms all with ample closet/storage space. Enjoy the warm months on the spacious screened in porch which leads out to a tranquil fenced yard with mature trees, granite steps, blue stone/brick walkways and classic stone walls. Close proximity to the Commuter Rail, major routes 93 and 95 and the vibrant downtown. Add your touches and imagination to make this yours!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1831
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,623 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $659,900
Final Sale Price: $683,000
Difference: +$23,100 (+3.5%)
Performance Metrics
103.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $252
Sale $/sq ft: $260
This property sold for $260 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$260/sq ft
Area Average
$463/sq ft
Difference
43.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1831
Living Area 2,623 sq ft
Lot Size 0.43 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Laminate, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Sump Pump
Laundry Washer Hookup
Features Nursery

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Screened
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Screened

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $8,440
Assessed Value $608,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Nursery
Windows:
Basement: Full, Sump Pump
Laundry: Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1831
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
Patio & Porch: Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

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

Location

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Neighborhood

175 Summer Avenue, 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

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
0.7 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
RISE PreSchool
1.0 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.1 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
1.9 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
2.1 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.2 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
1.2 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.0 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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Property History

Market Insights

33.7%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #72409515
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Feb 27, 2019
$875,000
MLS #72409515
Sold
Jul 31, 2018
$683,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
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Listed for Sale
Apr 24, 2018
$659,900
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Previous Transaction - MLS #71705161
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 8, 2014
$580,000
MLS #71705161

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 27, 2019 Sold $875,000
Apr 24, 2018 New Listing Added $659,900
Aug 8, 2014 Sold $580,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
20 days
Price per Sq Ft
$260

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $8,440 $608,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,440
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$608,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent William Shannon
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Agent MLS ID CN203938
Office MLS ID BB9589
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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