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544 Summer Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$630,000
Est. $3,939/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,964
Sq Ft
$321
Price/Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1975
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 18, 2021 • MLS# 72787207 Copied!

About this home

Looking for SINGLE LEVEL LIVING? Often sought after, rarely found....Immaculate 3 bedroom RANCH in Reading offering a gorgeous, expansive level backyard! Generous size living room with a wood burning FIREPLACE will keep you warm while you make a life time of memories in your new home! New HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEW LIGHTING and FRESHLY PAINTED throughout main level. Need more room for extended family? Home office? Exercise room? Flexible finished lower level features full size windows, capturing LOTS OF LIGHT! This space also offers a walk in closet, extra storage, work bench, and a half bath/laundry area. Walk out to private back yard! All large items have been updated: 7 year windows, 10 year roof along with younger heat and updated electric. Close highway access, COMMUTER RAIL (1 mile) and a short distance to downtown Reading Center. If you are looking for a SOLID BUILT HOME that is MOVE IN READY, this one is it! No Open House. Call me today for your private showing!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MCCARTHY KATHRYN ELIZABETH
Mailing Address 544 SUMMER AVE, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S15
Style RANCH

Tax Information

Assessed Value $691,900
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,566
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($110)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,676

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $402,300 $289,600 $691,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Mar 31, 2021 $630,000 77392/567

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 (87.6% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1975
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,964 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Main Level Bedrooms
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $589,900
Final Sale Price: $630,000
Difference: +$40,100 (+6.8%)
Performance Metrics
106.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $300
Sale $/sq ft: $321
This property sold for $321 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 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
$321/sq ft
Area Average
$445/sq ft
Difference
27.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1975
Living Area 1,964 sq ft
Lot Size 0.23 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $6,638
Assessed Value $480,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1975
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: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Special Features

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

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Neighborhood

544 Summer Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

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Property History

Market Insights

17.5%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 31, 2021
$630,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Feb 18, 2021
$589,900
Original listing
Agent: Laurie Cappuccio Office: Classified Realty Group
Previous Transaction - MLS #72772417
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jan 29, 2021
$520,000
MLS #72772417

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 18, 2021 New Listing Added $589,900
Jan 29, 2021 Sold $520,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$321

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $6,638 $480,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,638
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$480,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Laurie Cappuccio
Listing Office Classified Realty Group
Agent MLS ID BB922192
Office MLS ID B95141
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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