896 Main Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$1,248,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,273
Sq Ft
$549
Price/Sq Ft
0.55
Acres
1915
Year Built
5
Parking
2
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 25, 2025 • MLS# 73364925 Copied! • Updated Jun 6, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,040,000
Final Sale Price: $1,248,000
Difference: +$208,000 (+20.0%)
Performance Metrics
120.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
2
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $458
Sale $/sq ft: $549
This property sold for $549 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 20.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 2 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
$549/sq ft
Area Median
$414/sq ft
Difference
+32.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

OPEN HOUSE 4/27 1-3PM Step in and you will never want to leave the perfect balance of modern design and luxuriant warmth at this show-stopping bespoke restoration! Every thoughtful detail will enchant you throughout all 10 rooms featuring gorgeous wide paneled solid oak flooring EVERYWHERE,coffered 8 & 1/2 foot ceilings,front & back oak staircases,custom woodwork and built ins, beautiful tile, quartz & natural stone appointments, abundant recessed and designer lighting and many more special custom details set this home apart from the others.Enjoy the large and beautiful kitchen placed at the rear of home with sliders onto a large and private paver patio,4 spacious bedrooms including a dreamy primary en-suite and an additional 1& 1/2 gorgeous baths.The inviting front entry has the mudroom everyone wants and a conveniently placed home office.Perfectly situated on a rare 1/2 acre plus lot in the center of EVERYTHING! All NEW MECHANICS!

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Property History

Market Insights

54.3%
Price Range
3
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 5, 2025
$1,248,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 3
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Listed for Sale
Apr 25, 2025
$1,040,000
Original listing
Agent: Chrisanne Connolly Office: Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #73266183
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 20, 2024
$570,000
MLS #73266183

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,521 $748,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,521
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$748,100

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1915
Living Area 2,273 sq ft
Lot Size 0.55 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry First Floor
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Mud Room, Office, Sitting Room, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 5
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $8,521
Assessed Value $748,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 3 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,273 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Mud Room, Office, Sitting Room, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1915
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage: 100.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
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

3 schools
RISE PreSchool
0.3 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.6 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
0.9 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.5 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
0.9 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
H

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
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
Nazareth Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

896 Main Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Agent Chrisanne Connolly
Listing Office Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
Office Phone 978-658-2345
Agent MLS ID B0665920
Office MLS ID B61601
Listing Data Updated Jun 6, 2025 2:59 PM 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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