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25 Wakefield St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$805,000
Est. $4,930/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,897
Sq Ft
$424
Price/Sq Ft
0.34
Acres
1946
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 1, 2022 • MLS# 72987632 Copied!

About this home

Location, location, location! Conveniently situated in a fabulous neighborhood, this picturesque Cape with great curb appeal awaits new owners. This fantastic home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a cozy fireplace living room, gleaming hardwood floors and sits on a 15,000 sq ft lot. The newly updated eat-in kitchen boasts granite counters, white cabinetry and the recently renovated sunroom which provides tons of natural sunlight - a perfect spot to relax. The sunroom flows nicely onto the oversized, open -air deck which overlooks a large, level backyard. This spacious yard is bordered by an ancient stone wall and is perfect for games, gatherings and barbeques throughout all seasons. A lot of potential for indoor and outdoor entertaining! Wakefield Street is a "commuter's dream", with easy access to Routes 95 and 93, close to Lake Quannapowitt, school, parks and the downtown's trendy shops, restaurants, library and commuter rail. Don't miss this opportunity to make this your own!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ARMSTRONG MICHAEL
Mailing Address 25 WAKEFIELD ST, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style CAPE

Tax Information

Assessed Value $850,900
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $10,534
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($139)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,674

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $528,400 $322,100 $850,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 27, 2022 $805,000 80496/530

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 (87.9% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1946
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,897 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $679,900
Final Sale Price: $805,000
Difference: +$125,100 (+18.4%)
Performance Metrics
118.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $358
Sale $/sq ft: $424
This property sold for $424 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 18.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1946
Living Area 1,897 sq ft
Lot Size 0.34 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry In Basement
Features Sun Room

Exterior

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

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Off Street
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $7,909
Assessed Value $593,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Sun Room
Windows: Window(s) - Picture
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1946
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

25 Wakefield St, 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

6 schools
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
0.2 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
RISE PreSchool
1.0 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.2 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
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
A
Joshua Eaton School
2.1 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
Alice M Barrows School
2.1 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.1 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
1.7 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
Austin Prep School
2.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.0 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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Property History

Market Insights

18.1%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73492099
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Currently Listed
Mar 26, 2026
$829,900
MLS #73492099 - Active
Sold
Jul 27, 2022
$805,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Jun 1, 2022
$679,900
Original listing
Agent: Chuha & Scouten Team Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 26, 2026 Sold $829,900
Jun 1, 2022 New Listing Added $679,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$424

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $7,909 $593,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,909
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$593,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Chuha & Scouten Team
Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TEAM0335
Office MLS ID AN4648
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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