Dimensions16 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
LevelThird
7 Perkins Avenue, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867 • West Side
$975,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$975,000
Final Sale Price:
$975,000
Difference:
+$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$455
Sale $/sq ft:
$455
This property sold for $455 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold exactly at the asking price.
With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$455/sq ft
Area Median
$592/sq ft
Difference
23.1%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Welcome home to quintessential West Side perfection! Located just minutes from Barrows elementary, downtown Reading where you'll find trendy shops, cafes, bustling restaurants and commuter rail into Boston. This completely renovated 3 bed/2 bath Colonial features a 2 car garage, central air, fenced in yard, gorgeous hardwood floors, & flexible open floor plan tailored to today’s living. Gourmet kitchen offers S/S, granite, breakfast bar, custom cabinets, gas range, & prep sink. Main level also features tall ceilings, stone fireplace, period moldings, bright sunroom, open dining area & full bath complete w/laundry & extra storage. A gracious foyer leads up to 3 bedrooms, full bath & private third floor bonus room ideal for home office or future expansion possibilities. All major systems have been replaced within the last several years. Arguably one of the best locations in Reading and soon to be your forever home!
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Property History
Market Insights
53.8%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
May 31, 2023
$975,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
Listed for Sale
Mar 16, 2023
$975,000
Original listing
Agent: Susan Gormady Group
Office: Classified Realty Group
Previous Transaction - MLS #72178186
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 27, 2017
$730,000
MLS #72178186
Previous Transaction - MLS #71608442
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jan 24, 2014
$665,000
MLS #71608442
Previous Transaction - MLS #71515377
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 18, 2013
$450,000
MLS #71515377
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2023 | ✓ Sold | $975,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/16/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $975,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/27/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $730,000 | - | - | MLS #72178186 |
| 01/24/2014 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $665,000 | - | - | MLS #71608442 |
| 07/18/2013 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $450,000 | - | - | MLS #71515377 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $10,443 | $783,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,443
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$783,400
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Living Area
2,141 sq ft
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Bulkhead
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
7
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,443
Assessed Value
$783,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Audio/video Recording/surveillance Device On Premises. See Attachment For Standard Sellers Disclosure. All Major Systems Replaced In 2013.
Exclusions
Washer And Dryer Negotiable. See Attached Inclusion Sheet For More Details.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Includes finished heated and cooled 3rd floor
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,141 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions9 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 8
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
LevelMain,First
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
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:
Tile, Carpet, Bamboo, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Full, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
7
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
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
Alice M Barrows School
0.4 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
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
RISE PreSchool
1.2 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.4 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
2.1 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
2.4 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
0.3 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
1.4 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
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.2 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
West Side
7 Perkins Avenue, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Susan Gormady Group
Listing Office
Classified Realty Group
Office Phone
781-944-1901
Agent MLS ID
TM337444
Office MLS ID
AN1116
Listing Data Updated
Jun 1, 2023 8:44 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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