Dimensions10 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
50 Forest Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$652,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$549,000
Final Sale Price:
$652,000
Difference:
+$103,000 (+18.8%)
Performance Metrics
118.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$368
Sale $/sq ft:
$437
This property sold for $437 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 18.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$437/sq ft
Area Median
$485/sq ft
Difference
9.8%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Located in the desirable Birch Meadow neighborhood with easy access to parks, schools and the YMCA. This Colonial features, on the first floor, a fire placed living room, dining room currently used as a den, office, an additional dining area with a built in cabinet, a full bath and a screened in porch located off the kitchen. The second floor offers a spacious front to back master bedroom with double closets, two additional bedrooms and another full bath. 2020 January ~ New roof for the house and garage plus new hardwood floors installed on the second floor. Low maintenance vinyl siding & fence, large back yard, detached garage and plenty of off street parking. Conveniently located to all major highways, the vibrant town center, library, commuter rail and bus.
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Property History
Market Insights
45.7%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73476606
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Previously Sold
Mar 20, 2026
$920,000
MLS #73476606
Sold
Feb 26, 2021
$652,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
Listed for Sale
Jan 14, 2021
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Sumi Sinnatamby
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #72590218
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 10, 2019
$500,000
MLS #72590218
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $920,000 | - | - | MLS #73476606 |
| 02/26/2021 | ✓ Sold | $652,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/14/2021 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/10/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $500,000 | - | - | MLS #72590218 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $7,344 | $531,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,344
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$531,800
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1941
Living Area
1,493 sq ft
Lot Size
0.24 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Flooring
Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Closet, Office
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Screened
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Screened
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,344
Assessed Value
$531,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Washing Machine And Dryer Excluded. Refrigerator And Wall Ac To Remain As Gifts.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Yellow
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
5 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1941
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,493 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - With Tub & Shower, Skylight, Flooring - Vinyl
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions22 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions10 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions10 x 8
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchScreened
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:
Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Interior Features:
Closet, Office
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1941
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Screened
Patio & Porch:
Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
3 schools
B+
Birch Meadow School
0.4 mi
|
#256 of 825
|
Score: 52.2
Dropped 176 spots from last year
-6 below state avg
346 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
0.4 mi
100 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#92 of 825
|
Score: 59.7
Improved 20 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
400 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.2 mi
|
#43 of 352
|
Score: 58.3
Improved 32 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
417 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.3 mi
|
#63 of 352
|
Score: 54.6
Dropped 27 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
533 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A+
North Reading Middle School
2.8 mi
|
#33 of 352
|
Score: 59.9
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+1.7 above state avg
527 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.4 mi
|
#63 of 346
|
Score: 65.6
Dropped 3 spots from last year
+7.4 above state avg
1,066 students
Moderate
18 sports
• 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Austin Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Nazareth Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
50 Forest Street, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Sumi Sinnatamby
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
781-942-2199
Agent MLS ID
B0661874
Office MLS ID
AN4881
Listing Data Updated
Feb 26, 2021 9:04 PM EST
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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