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15 Longwood Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$600,000
Est. $3,889/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,037
Sq Ft
$579
Price/Sq Ft
0.50
Acres
1946
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 22, 2023 • MLS# 73090060 Copied!

About this home

“A Little House by the side of the Road with a Friendly Welcome for you” New to the market 15 Longwood Rd. This charming and well cared for home offers a savvy buyer the opportunity to get into the Reading housing market. This home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for decades and is ready for its next owner. Having an open kitchen & dining area, the house presents larger than the public record square feet indicate. The room layout offers the potential for three bedrooms. This charmer offers great expansion options or just personalize the home and enjoy. Offers if any, kindly submit by 2:00 p.m. Tue 3/28

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SHUMAKE CHRISTOPHER V
Mailing Address 15 LONGWOOD RD, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style COLONIAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,450,100
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $17,952
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($251)
Estimated Annual Tax $18,203

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $490,000 $953,700 $1,450,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 3, 2024 $1,450,000 1614/3

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 (84.5% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1946
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,037 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $549,900
Final Sale Price: $600,000
Difference: +$50,100 (+9.1%)
Performance Metrics
109.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $530
Sale $/sq ft: $579
This property sold for $579 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 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
$579/sq ft
Area Average
$269/sq ft
Difference
+114.9%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1946
Living Area 1,037 sq ft
Lot Size 0.50 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet, Den

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Cape, Farmhouse
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $7,864
Assessed Value $624,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Den
Windows:
Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Cape, Farmhouse
Year Built: 1946
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Storage
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

15 Longwood Road, 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
Alice M Barrows School
0.3 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-
Birch Meadow School
1.0 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
1.1 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Joshua Eaton School
1.2 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
1.9 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
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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.6 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
1.2 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.4 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.1 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

62.1%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73202980
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 3, 2024
$1,450,000
MLS #73202980
Sold
Jun 14, 2023
$600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Mar 22, 2023
$549,900
Original listing
Agent: Robert F. Rose Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 3, 2024 Sold $1,450,000
Mar 22, 2023 New Listing Added $549,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$579

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $7,864 $624,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,864
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$624,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robert F. Rose
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Agent MLS ID B7000039
Office MLS ID AN6216
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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