Dimensions13 x 13
FeaturesCloset, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
8 Crosby Road, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867 • Close to downtown and train station
$600,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$675,000
Final Sale Price:
$600,000
Difference:
$75,000 (-11.1%)
Performance Metrics
88.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$449
Sale $/sq ft:
$399
This property sold for $399 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 11.1% below the original asking price.
With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$399/sq ft
Area Median
$492/sq ft
Difference
18.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
This charming 4 bedroom cape style home is a must see! Perfectly situated near the train station and lively downtown Reading, 8 Crosby is nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac, and yet offers easy access to routes 28, 93, 95, 129, 128, restaurants, coffee shops and parks. Entertain all summer on your spacious wooden deck and new paver patio. Transform the large unfinished basement into your own workshop or personal gym. Premium red cedar siding. New luxury high pressure laminate flooring in kitchen and family room. Updated windows. Roof about 8 years young. Hot water heater 2011. This home has incredible potential! Come make it your own! Open houses Friday 10/20, 5:00-6:30PM & Saturday 10/21, 11:30-1:00PM.
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Property History
Market Insights
24.1%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73211681
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Previously Sold
Apr 19, 2024
$790,000
MLS #73211681
Sold
Nov 20, 2023
$600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
Listed for Sale
Oct 12, 2023
$675,000
Original listing
Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/19/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $790,000 | - | - | MLS #73211681 |
| 11/20/2023 | ✓ Sold | $600,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/12/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $675,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,870 | $625,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,870
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$625,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1950
Living Area
1,502 sq ft
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
Other
Exterior
Construction
Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Wood, Patio
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,870
Assessed Value
$625,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Buyers And Buyers Agents To Perform Own Due Diligence.
Exclusions
Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Dryer
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Tan
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Measurements are approximate.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,502 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions12 x 13
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions6 x 6
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 9
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 11
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Laminate, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Laminate, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Wood, Patio
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, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range
Interior Features:
Other
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cul-De-Sac, Other
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
0.6 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
1.0 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
RISE PreSchool
1.1 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.3 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
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.7 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
0.6 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
1.3 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
1.4 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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Neighborhood
Close to downtown and train station
8 Crosby Road, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Office
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Office Phone
978-993-3600
Agent MLS ID
CN243740
Office MLS ID
AN6314
Listing Data Updated
Nov 20, 2023 12:41 PM EST
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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