FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
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1005 Main St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867 • Birch Meadow
$532,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$499,900
Final Sale Price:
$532,000
Difference:
+$32,100 (+6.4%)
Performance Metrics
106.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$485
Sale $/sq ft:
$517
This property sold for $517 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 11 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$517/sq ft
Area Median
$414/sq ft
Difference
+24.8%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Excellent opportunity to get in to the Birch Meadow neighborhood in the coveted town of Reading at an affordable price! This lovely 3 bedroom 1 full bath home offers hardwood flooring throughout living room, dining room, kitchen and all 3 bedrooms. Washer and dryer has been moved up to one of the bedrooms to allow owner access without using stairs but can be easily moved back downstairs. Enjoy the quaint built in cabinets in the dining room as well as deck off the kitchen. The basement is huge with high ceilings with plenty of room for expansion. Basement also offers walk out to a great level back yard perfect for entertaining family and friends with a fun barbeque. Recent updates include: hot water heater and washer / dryer approximately 2 years old. This may also be good for contractors or developers. Close to commuter rail, public transportation, shopping, restaurants and major highways!
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Property History
Market Insights
24.8%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73312599
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Previously Sold
Dec 30, 2024
$665,000
MLS #73312599
Sold
Jan 12, 2024
$532,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
Listed for Sale
Dec 6, 2023
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Tina Endicott Realty Group
Office: RE/MAX Encore
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $665,000 | - | - | MLS #73312599 |
| 01/12/2024 | ✓ Sold | $532,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 12/06/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $531,300 | $531,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$531,300
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$531,300
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1958
Living Area
1,030 sq ft
Lot Size
0.24 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Central, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$531,300
Assessed Value
$531,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Age Of Roof And Heating System Unknown. Owner Has Never Used The Fireplace.
Exclusions
See Inclusion / Exclusion Form.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
12 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1958
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,030 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
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Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Ranch
Year Built:
1958
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, 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
3 schools
RISE PreSchool
0.3 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.5 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
0.8 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.3 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
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.2 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
Lynnfield Middle School
2.7 mi
|
#58 of 352
|
Score: 55.5
Improved 34 spots from last year
-2.7 below state avg
698 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-08
High Schools
3 schools
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.3 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
1.3 mi
Grades 06-12
Nazareth Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Birch Meadow
1005 Main St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Office
RE/MAX Encore
Office Phone
978-988-0028
Agent MLS ID
TM332164
Office MLS ID
B95079
Listing Data Updated
Jan 12, 2024 4:19 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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