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81 Causeway Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$599,900
Est. $3,757/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,082
Sq Ft
$288
Price/Sq Ft
0.51
Acres
1960
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 12, 2019 • MLS# 72517628 Copied!

About this home

When your family and friends come to visit, do you want them to say, “WOW your new home is amazing”? Then welcome home to 81 Causeway Road. With OVER 2000 sq ft of living, this home is VERY SPACIOUS!! Convenient to highways, commuter rail, & quaint Reading Center. Situated at the end of a CUL DE SAC in a beautiful park-like setting. This home has been COMPLETELY REMODELED INSIDE AND OUT. The beautifully appointed main level has an inviting fireplace living room, dining room open to the gorgeous kitchen with SKYLIGHTS, quartz counter tops, & stainless-steel appliances and breakfast bar. This level also has three bedrooms, hardwood flooring, and NEW DESIGNER BATH WITH SKYLIGHT. Step down to the STUNNING family room with lots of windows bringing in the tranquil backyard setting. The lower level has luxury vinyl plank flooring, a huge playroom, office space, full bath, sitting area, and laundry. New windows, roof, gutters, central air/heat, electrical & plumbing.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner RUTTER MATTHEW FARNSWORTH
Mailing Address 81 CAUSEWAY ROAD, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style RANCH

Tax Information

Assessed Value $803,600
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,949
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($131)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,079

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $467,400 $336,000 $803,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 15, 2019 $599,900 72926/312

Municipal Context: READING

Median Home Value $665,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,230
Residential Tax Rate $12.38/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (89.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,082 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $614,900
Final Sale Price: $599,900
Difference: $15,000 (-2.4%)
Performance Metrics
97.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $295
Sale $/sq ft: $288
This property sold for $288 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.4% below the original asking price.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 2,082 sq ft
Lot Size 0.51 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Other
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,288
Assessed Value $441,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Other
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Play Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities:

Location

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Neighborhood

81 Causeway Road, 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
0.8 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-
Birch Meadow School
0.9 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
1.0 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
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
A
Joshua Eaton School
1.6 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
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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
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
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.0 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
0.1 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

31.8%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 15, 2019
$599,900
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
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Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2019
$599,900
Original listing
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #72404751
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jan 18, 2019
$409,000
MLS #72404751

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 12, 2019 New Listing Added $599,900
Jan 18, 2019 Sold $409,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$288

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $6,288 $441,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,288
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$441,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Bitt and Beliveau Team
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TM334243
Office MLS ID AN5429
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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