FeaturesCloset
LevelMain,First
34 Avon St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$545,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$499,000
Final Sale Price:
$545,000
Difference:
+$46,000 (+9.2%)
Performance Metrics
109.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$406
Sale $/sq ft:
$443
This property sold for $443 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$443/sq ft
Area Median
$527/sq ft
Difference
15.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Convenient, comfortable, and charming; this 3 bedroom 1 bath home in Reading is your chance to truly have it all. A commuters dream with a quick three-minute walk to the Reading train station. This delightful home is set on a large lot with an expansive backyard. Located in a prime location on tree-lined Avon Street just a short walk from the wonderful shops on Main Street. The functional kitchen features stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space. The full basement comes equipped with a tucked away finished office space perfect to work from home quietly. The rest of the basement is available square footage ready to be built to suit your needs as either additional living space, or perhaps as an exercise room. First Showings @Open House Saturday 12-4 and Sunday 10-12
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Property History
Market Insights
53.2%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Aug 16, 2021
$545,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
Listed for Sale
Jun 23, 2021
$499,000
Original listing
Agent: Bridget Letarte
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #71479834
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 25, 2013
$340,000
MLS #71479834
Previous Transaction - MLS #71265342
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 7, 2011
$305,000
MLS #71265342
Previous Transaction - MLS #71189137
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 10, 2011
$255,000
MLS #71189137
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2021 | ✓ Sold | $545,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/23/2021 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/25/2013 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $340,000 | - | - | MLS #71479834 |
| 12/07/2011 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $305,000 | - | - | MLS #71265342 |
| 06/10/2011 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $255,000 | - | - | MLS #71189137 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $6,473 | $468,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,473
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$468,700
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1956
Living Area
1,229 sq ft
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Garage Access, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Office
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Raised Ranch
Roof
Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces
7
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,473
Assessed Value
$468,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
See Sellers Information Statement
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1956
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,229 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesCountertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset
LevelMain,First
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset
LevelMain,First
LevelBasement
FeaturesNo
Display Options
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
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Office
Windows:
Basement:
Garage Access, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Raised Ranch
Year Built:
1956
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
7
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
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
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.5 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
Alice M Barrows School
1.2 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
RISE PreSchool
1.4 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
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
1.9 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
2.6 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
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.8 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
1.6 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
1.6 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.4 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
34 Avon St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone
617-969-2121
Agent MLS ID
CN231940
Office MLS ID
AN4877
Listing Data Updated
Aug 27, 2021 11:53 AM 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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