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205 Pearl Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$803,000
Est. $4,274/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,984
Sq Ft
$405
Price/Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
1948
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
54
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73285578

About this home

Welcome to this classic cape in wonderful conditiion. This home has a front to rear fireplaced living room, large dining area open to an updated kitchen featuring shaker style cabinets, solid surface countertops, ceramic tiled floors, recessed lighting and lots of cabinet storage. The kitchen leads to the family room overlooking a very private yard with outdoor living area and a professionally installed fire pit and walkway. Fantastic sunroom off the family room with vaulted ceiling and skylights has a laundry room as well. The second floor offers three nicely sized bedrooms and updated bathroom with solid surface countertop, skylight and whirlpool tub. The roof and heating system are new, windows, siding and electric have also been updated. The family room, main bedroom and extended kitchen were an addition in 2002. This fabulous cape is close to all main roads, downtown Reading and walkable to middle and high schools.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,900
Final Sale Price: $803,000
Difference: $46,900 (-5.5%)
Performance Metrics
94.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
54
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $428
Sale $/sq ft: $405
This property sold for $405 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.5% below the original asking price.

The property spent 54 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1948
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,984 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Closet, Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room, High Speed Internet
Laundry Features
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
Window Features
Skylight(s), Insulated Windows, Screens
Door Features
Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s), French Doors
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Block
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
Patio/Porch Features
Deck, Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.37 acres
Lot Size
16,139 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.3700
Lot Features
Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Frontage Length
80 ft
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Park, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$9,425
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$804,200
Tax Lot
68
Tax Map Number
34
Parcel Number
736142
Zoning
S15

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Room sizes are approximate. Sunroom off family room containing washer/dryer is unheated. Fireplace used infrequently and photos with fire are for marketing purposes.

Location

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Neighborhood

205 Pearl Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
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Middle School
Coolidge
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High School
Rmhs
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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $785
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

0.9%
Price Range
55
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Dec 3, 2024
$803,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 55
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Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2024
$809,900
Original listing
Agent: Kevin Coughlin Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 5, 2024 New Listing Added $809,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
54 days
Price per Sq Ft
$405

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $9,425 $804,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,425
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$804,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kevin Coughlin
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID B0525137
Office MLS ID AN4881

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