55 Locust St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$1,205,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,275,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,205,000
Difference:
$70,000 (-5.5%)
Performance Metrics
94.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$409
Sale $/sq ft:
$387
This property sold for $387 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.5% below the original asking price.
With only 14 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
$387/sq ft
Area Median
$409/sq ft
Difference
5.4%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
This STUNNING new construction modern farmhouse is custom-designed and full of unexpected surprises and uncommon detail. Outstanding quality of construction and high end finishes throughout, including custom built-ins, designer kitchen with marble backsplash, upscale lighting fixtures, French oak floors and outdoor living area with stone fireplace. The lower level features an open concept living and dining area, gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry, large office/guest bedroom, half bath and mud room entry with brick floor and custom built-ins. Upstairs features a large master suite with oversized walk in closet and en suite master bath with premium walnut cabinetry, walk in shower and large soaking tub. Two more large bedrooms, full bath and second floor laundry surround an open loft area overlooking the two story staircase. Outside feels like a private back yard oasis with terraced stone walls and two patios. Perfectly located on a quiet street close to downtown, this home has it all.
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Property History
Market Insights
67.1%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 4, 2020
$1,205,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
Listed for Sale
Oct 15, 2020
$1,275,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Hardin
Office: True North Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72577376
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 3, 2019
$420,000
MLS #72577376
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2020 | ✓ Sold | $1,205,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/15/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,275,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/03/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $420,000 | - | - | MLS #72577376 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $6,142 | $0 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,142
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$0
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2020
Living Area
3,114 sq ft
Lot Size
0.23 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Range
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle, Metal
Features
Porch, Covered Patio/deck, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Covered
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,142
Assessed Value
0.00
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Is A Licensed Real Estate Agent. Grass In Photos Is Simulated. Lawn Has Been Hydroseeded.
Exclusions
Curtain Rods
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2020
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,114 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Covered
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:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
2020
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle, Metal
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
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
Alice M Barrows School
1.1 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
1.1 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
1.2 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
1.7 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
Middle Schools
2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.6 mi
|
#62 of 352
|
Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
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
High Schools
2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.1 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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Neighborhood
55 Locust St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Office
True North Realty
Office Phone
781-872-1487
Agent MLS ID
CN211411
Office MLS ID
AN2670
Listing Data Updated
Nov 6, 2020 3:30 AM EST
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