FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
868 Main Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$555,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$569,000
Final Sale Price:
$555,000
Difference:
$14,000 (-2.5%)
Performance Metrics
97.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$354
Sale $/sq ft:
$345
This property sold for $345 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.5% below the original asking price.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$345/sq ft
Area Median
$414/sq ft
Difference
16.7%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Charming 1880's farmhouse-style colonial, fully renovated, with large rooms and high ceilings! The center great room offers spectacular space for family gatherings and entertaining. The large open-concept family room/dining room is balanced by a traditional front living room with formal foyer & main staircase. The rear staircase leads to the recently renovated kitchen with stone counters and modern appointments. The kitchen's glass slider provides access to a new patio area and large fenced-in yard. Fully renovated bathrooms are found on both levels and include a soaking tub and tiled showers. Recently converted to natural gas, with a newer heating system, roof, updated electrical, plumbing and a freshly painted farmers porch. This approx. 1/3 acre property is set back, high above Main Street, with easy access to Routes 95/128 & 93. Less than a 10 minute walk to Reading's top public schools, Y.M.C.A., Memorial Park and Commuter Rail to Boston. All appliances & farmhouse table included
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Property History
Market Insights
62%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73563016
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Currently Listed
Aug 13, 2026
$799,000
MLS #73563016 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73176197
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Previously Sold
Feb 20, 2024
$700,000
MLS #73176197
Sold
Sep 30, 2020
$555,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
Listed for Sale
Aug 5, 2020
$549,900
Original listing
Agent: Mark M. Wade
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Previous Transaction - MLS #71215280
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Previously Sold
Nov 23, 2011
$304,000
MLS #71215280
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $799,000 | - | - | MLS #73563016 - Active |
| 02/20/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $700,000 | - | - | MLS #73176197 |
| 09/30/2020 | ✓ Sold | $555,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/05/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 11/23/2011 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $304,000 | - | - | MLS #71215280 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $6,203 | $444,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,203
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$444,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,609 sq ft
Lot Size
0.31 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Walk-out Access, Concrete
Laundry
Remodeled, Second Floor
Features
Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial, Farmhouse
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts, 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,203
Assessed Value
$444,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,609 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
LevelMain,First
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelFirst
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
LevelMain,First
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
LevelMain,First
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Window(s) - Stained Glass, Insulated Windows
Basement:
Walk-Out Access, Concrete
Laundry:
Remodeled, Second Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial, Farmhouse
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Gentle Sloping
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Paved
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
Elementary Schools
6 schools
RISE PreSchool
0.4 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.7 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
1.0 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
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.3 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
1.3 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
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
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
0.9 mi
|
#62 of 352
|
Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.4 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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868 Main Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Mark M. Wade
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Office Phone
781-334-5700
Agent MLS ID
C9501114
Office MLS ID
AN6219
Listing Data Updated
Sep 30, 2020 2:24 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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