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13 Short Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$370,000
Est. $2,615/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,139
Sq Ft
$325
Price/Sq Ft
0.19
Acres
1960
Year Built
10
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 9, 2020 • MLS# 72606162 Copied!

About this home

Tremendous equity opportunity in Reading! Excellent value for both buyers and contractors. Perfect opportunity to restore this home, make it your own, and come see what makes Reading such a wonderful community to invest in. Conveniently located within close proximity to elementary, and major routes. Do not miss this diamond in the rough!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SCHRAND BRETT
Mailing Address 13 SHORT STREET, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style COLONIAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $993,400
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $12,298
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($166)
Estimated Annual Tax $12,464

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $502,500 $490,100 $993,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Mar 17, 2021 $840,000 77252/423

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 (89.2% 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
1
Living Area
1,139 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $399,900
Final Sale Price: $370,000
Difference: $29,900 (-7.5%)
Performance Metrics
92.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $351
Sale $/sq ft: $325
This property sold for $325 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.5% below the original asking price.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$325/sq ft
Area Average
$434/sq ft
Difference
25.2%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 1,139 sq ft
Lot Size 0.19 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Off Street
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric Fuses
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,523
Assessed Value $458,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

13 Short Street, 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
0.7 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-
Birch Meadow School
1.6 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
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.6 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
RISE PreSchool
1.8 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Alice M Barrows School
2.8 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
3.3 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.5 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
2.6 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
2.3 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.8 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

56%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #72784761
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 17, 2021
$840,000
MLS #72784761
Sold
Feb 19, 2020
$370,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Jan 9, 2020
$399,900
Original listing
Agent: Felicia Giuliano-Kennedy Office: Classified Realty Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 17, 2021 Sold $840,000
Jan 9, 2020 New Listing Added $399,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$325

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $6,523 $458,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,523
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$458,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Felicia Giuliano-Kennedy
Listing Office Classified Realty Group
Agent MLS ID CN206151
Office MLS ID AN1116
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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