259 Forest Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

$560,000

3

Beds

2

Baths

1,523

Sq Ft

$368

Price/Sq Ft

0.24

Acres

1957

Year Built

1

Garage Space

Single Family Residence

Type

22

Days on Market

Sold Listed Aug 6, 2019 • MLS# 72545905 Copied! • Updated Sep 21, 2019

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $579,900

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $560,000
                        

Difference: $19,900 (-3.4%)

Performance Metrics

96.6%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold below asking price

22

Days on Market

Quick sale

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $381

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $368
                        

This property sold for $368 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.4% below the original asking price.

With only 22 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$368/sq ft

Area Median

$524/sq ft

Difference

29.7%

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

About this home

This move in ready home has been recently remodeled, including all new bathrooms, new appliances, new refinished basement, hardwood flooring and central air throughout. This stunning single story 3 bedroom house with a new finished basement is on a large corner lot in a family oriented neighborhood. From the brand new open-concept kitchen and living space to the large shaded backyard, there is plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy. Walking distance to schools and parks. This home is sure to go FAST!

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Property History

Market Insights

27.4%

Price Range

25

Total Days on Market

1

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

✓

Sold

Sep 20, 2019

$560,000

Property sold

Days on Market: 25

🏠

Listed for Sale

Aug 7, 2019

$579,900

Original listing

Agent: Jason Saphire Office: www.EntryOnly.com

Previous Transaction - MLS #72455803

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🏷️

Previously Sold

Apr 9, 2019

$421,000

MLS #72455803

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
09/20/2019	✓ Sold	$560,000	-	-	Property sold
08/07/2019	🏠 Listed for Sale	$579,900	-	-	Original listing
04/09/2019	🏷️ Previously Sold	$421,000	-	-	MLS #72455803

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2019	$6,712	$471,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$6,712

Tax Year 2019

Assessed Value

$471,700

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1957

Living Area 1,523 sq ft

Lot Size 0.24 acres

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Tile, Hardwood

Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Ranch

Roof None

Features Patio

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Paved Drive, Paved

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $6,712

Assessed Value $471,700

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Na

Exclusions Na

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type []

House Color White

Sq Ft Source Measured

Documents None

County Middlesex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 25 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1957

Bedrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

2

Living Area

1,523 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Interior Features:

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch

Year Built: 1957

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof:

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water

Heating Zones: 2

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 1

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio

Patio & Porch: Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School

Nearby Schools

School information not available for this location.

Location

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Neighborhood

259 Forest Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

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