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223 Forest St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$680,000
Est. $3,619/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,393
Sq Ft
$488
Price/Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
1961
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73245206

About this home

Amazing Birch Meadow location for this meticulously maintained 3 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch. 1 car heated garage with automatic door and epoxy floor. Large back yard for entertaining. Oak hardwood floors. Updated full bath with glass shower door, rain head, recessed lights and ceramic tile. Fireplace insert in living room. Lower level FR w/ full bath (great for home office). Many updated insulated windows. Walk up attic to a huge storage space. Natural gas Burnham 3 zone boiler (2003) . Energy efficient ductless mini splits (2018) for cooling and heat on both levels. Architectural shingled roof (2012, single layer). 200 amp circuit breakers. Indirect stainless steel hot water booster tank. Near YMCA with childcare, fitness and indoor pools. One block to all 3 schools including Birch Meadow Elementary, Coolidge Middle and Reading Memorial High School. Camp Rice Moody. ball fields, sports courts, out door lighted skating and playgrounds.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $689,900
Final Sale Price: $680,000
Difference: $9,900 (-1.4%)
Performance Metrics
98.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $495
Sale $/sq ft: $488
This property sold for $488 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.4% below the original asking price.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1961
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,393 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Main Level Bedrooms
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Vinyl, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Ductless
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Ductless, Other
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Laundry Features
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Door Features
Storm Door(s)

Exterior & Structure

Architectural Style
Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Storage
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.29 acres
Lot Size
12,497 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2900
Frontage Length
59 ft
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,821
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$667,300
Parcel Number
M:032.000000182.0,736223
Zoning
S15

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
School placement depends upon enrollment. Please check with superintendent's office.Waste ejection pump system near laundry for basement bath (this is not a sump pump). Electric hatch to attic is operated by switch located at the bottom of stairs.
Exclusions
Washer, Dryer And Both Refrigerators Negotiable. Connection For Future Generator.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

223 Forest St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Birch Meadow
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Coolidge
Rating information coming soon
High School
Rmhs
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $652
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1.4%
Price Range
9
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jul 11, 2024
$680,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 9
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Listed for Sale
May 31, 2024
$689,900
Original listing
Agent: Joseph Bean Office: Joe Bean Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 31, 2024 New Listing Added $689,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$488

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,821 $667,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,821
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$667,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joseph Bean
Listing Office Joe Bean Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB330177
Office MLS ID AN1010

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