245 Summer Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$1,850,000
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
6,251
Sq Ft
$296
Price/Sq Ft
0.47
Acres
2018
Year Built
3
Garage Spaces
6
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 20, 2024 • MLS# 73214259 Copied! • Updated Jun 16, 2024

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,899,000
Final Sale Price: $1,850,000
Difference: $49,000 (-2.6%)
Performance Metrics
97.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $304
Sale $/sq ft: $296
This property sold for $296 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.6% below the original asking price.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 13 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$296/sq ft
Area Median
$583/sq ft
Difference
49.2%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Welcome to 245 Summer Avenue, a truly exceptional property in Reading that redefines luxury living. The entire house underwent a comprehensive gut renovation in 2018 and has had multiple updates since, ensuring top-notch quality and smart amenities throughout. Step inside to discover designer tile, fixtures, and finishes that exude modern elegance and warmth. With multiple fireplaces, custom woodwork and built-ins, a primary suite that is truly its own oasis, and multiple flex spaces, there is little left to be desired. Situated on a sprawling lot, this property offers a fenced-in yard, an oversized patio, and abundant green space, creating an inviting outdoor retreat. The detached 3-car garage and a spacious driveway provide parking for the whole family and then some! Situated within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and the commuter rail, this home boasts an unbeatable location. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional one-of-a-kind property your own!

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Property History

Market Insights

63.1%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 14, 2024
$1,850,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Mar 20, 2024
$1,899,000
Original listing
Agent: Vita Realty Group Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72394007
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 18, 2019
$1,500,000
MLS #72394007
Previous Transaction - MLS #71992604
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 27, 2017
$700,000
MLS #71992604

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $20,265 $1,729,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$20,265
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,729,100

Facts & Features

3 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 2018
Living Area 6,251 sq ft
Lot Size 0.47 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 15

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 3
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
Laundry Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Den, Home Office, Bonus Room, Game Room, Play Room, Bathroom, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle, Rubber, Metal
Features Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Et Irrigation Controller
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite, Patio
Garage Spaces 3
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 13
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $20,265
Assessed Value $1,729,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures *year Built Refers To Year Of Complete Renovation. Original Structure From 1919.
Exclusions Tv In Family Room On First Floor Is Negotiable.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Per Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2018
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
6,251 sq ft
Total Rooms
15

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Den, Home Office, Bonus Room, Game Room, Play Room, Bathroom, High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 2018
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber, Metal
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, ET Irrigation Controller
Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 3
Total Parking Spaces: 13
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
Joshua Eaton School
0.4 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
0.5 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
1.2 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
2.0 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
2.3 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
M

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
H

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

245 Summer Avenue, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Agent Vita Realty Group
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 781-219-0313
Agent MLS ID TM336409
Office MLS ID AN6433
Listing Data Updated Jun 16, 2024 8:57 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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