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89 Grove Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • Birch Meadow Park
$575,000
Est. $3,660/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,224
Sq Ft
$470
Price/Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
1950
Year Built
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 21, 2021 • MLS# 72898071 Copied!

About this home

Tucked away in the Birch Meadow Park neighborhood of Reading, lies a beautiful Cape-style home with an updated kitchen and an expansive backyard perfect for entertaining. This quaint home balances charming period detailing like arched doorways and pristine hardwood flooring with modern updates like contemporary lighting and central air. The front-to-back living room which features a wood-burning fireplace is anchored by gorgeous custom built-ins and overlooks the beautiful backyard. French doors lead into a newly updated sunroom with exposed brick and plenty of windows. A bright and modern chef’s kitchen boasts new quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and tile backsplash. The kitchen leads to the formal dining room and opens directly to the back deck. Two spacious bedrooms and two full baths complete this lovely home. Laundry and plenty of storage in the basement. Ideally located just minutes from major highways, shopping and restaurants.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,224 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $550,000
Final Sale Price: $575,000
Difference: +$25,000 (+4.5%)
Performance Metrics
104.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $449
Sale $/sq ft: $470
This property sold for $470 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$470/sq ft
Area Average
$470/sq ft
Difference
0.0%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 1,224 sq ft
Lot Size 0.37 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Concrete
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Home Office, Other

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Other
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $6,625
Assessed Value $479,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Home Office, Other
Windows:
Basement: Full, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Other
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Other

Location

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Neighborhood

Birch Meadow Park

89 Grove Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.3 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
RISE PreSchool
0.5 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.0 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.5 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.5 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
Austin Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 06-12
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Property Tax $552
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Payment Over Time

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Principal
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

42.8%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 10, 2021
$575,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 21, 2021
$550,000
Original listing
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72014720
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 19, 2016
$435,000
MLS #72014720
Previous Transaction - MLS #71699886
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 21, 2014
$374,900
MLS #71699886
Previous Transaction - MLS #71396266
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 3, 2012
$329,000
MLS #71396266

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 21, 2021 New Listing Added $550,000
Jul 19, 2016 Sold $435,000
Aug 21, 2014 Sold $374,900
Aug 3, 2012 Sold $329,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$470

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $6,625 $479,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,625
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$479,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Denman Drapkin Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM328243
Office MLS ID AN2606
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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