128 Grove St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$608,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,008
Sq Ft
$303
Price/Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
1951
Year Built
1
Garage Space
6
Days on Market
Sold Listed May 29, 2019 • MLS# 72508220 Copied! • Updated Aug 16, 2019

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $599,000
Final Sale Price: $608,000
Difference: +$9,000 (+1.5%)
Performance Metrics
101.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $298
Sale $/sq ft: $303
This property sold for $303 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$303/sq ft
Area Median
$530/sq ft
Difference
42.8%

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

About this home

Ready to stop renting? Ready for Reading?! Located in the Birch Meadow school district, this beautiful home is only minutes from downtown Boston! This 3+ bedroom, 2 bath home was remodeled in 2016. Additional improvements include: resurfaced and restored the wood burning fireplace, new central A/C, and custom blinds. There are hardwood floors, a spacious dining area, and 4th bedroom/office/study. Gracious galley kitchen with hardwood floors, stone counters, stainless steel appliances, and solid wood cabinets. The upper level features 3 large bedrooms and a 4-piece bathroom. The multi-function finished lower level is perfect for toddlers, gamers and home brewers alike. With hot days of summer just around the corner, invite friends and family over for a refreshing cocktail on your brand new private patio.

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Property History

Market Insights

46.5%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 16, 2019
$608,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
May 29, 2019
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: O'Connor & Highland Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Previous Transaction - MLS #72042442
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 30, 2016
$510,000
MLS #72042442
Previous Transaction - MLS #71823774
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 30, 2015
$325,000
MLS #71823774

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $7,623 $535,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,623
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$535,700

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1951
Living Area 2,008 sq ft
Lot Size 0.53 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Storage

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Balcony / Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $7,623
Assessed Value $535,700
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1951
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,008 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Storage
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Screens
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Private School, Public School
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-
Birch Meadow School
0.5 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
RISE PreSchool
0.7 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.0 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
1.2 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
A
Joshua Eaton School
1.7 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
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.7 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
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
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.0 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.7 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

128 Grove St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Agent O'Connor & Highland
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone 617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID TM300863
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Aug 16, 2019 3:01 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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