Seller's Agent in 2025
Elizabeth Bain
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
(508) 954-1935
4 in this area
235 Total Sales
149 Forest St Reading, MA 01867
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,372
Sq Ft
10,149
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Birch Meadow Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 1 Fireplace
About This Home
As of December 2025Charming Colonial style home in Reading's desirable Birch Meadow neighborhood! Step into the spacious living room and enjoy an abundance of natural light pouring through the picture window. Eat- in kitchen offers room for additional storage or prep space to be added. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout were just refinished. Screened in porch off of the dining room is the perfect place to unwind. Upstairs find three generously sized bedrooms. Recent updates from 2024 include conversion to public sewer, 3 mini splits added to the second floor, attic insulation, an upgraded electric panel, new kitchen light fixtures, a radon mitigation system, new thermostats and fresh paint throughout in 2025. The backyard is fully fenced in and home to many mature annuals like bergamot, hydrangeas, lily of the valley and more! All this in a terrific location-- 5 min. drive to Reading commuter rail, 0.1 mi. to Birch Meadow Elementary School and 0.4 mi to Coolidge Middle School.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors Listed on: 11/13/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,684
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 10,149 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned S15
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Carport
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Garrison Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,372 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Schools
- Birch Meadow Elementary School
- Coolidge Middle School
- Reading Memorial High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 4 Cooling Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 736818
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 13, 2025
Closed on
Nov 17, 2025
Sold by
Balser Christopher and Parker Jamie
Bought by
Hone Brendan and Griffiths Alysha
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Bain
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
Buyer's Agent
Brendan Lee
The Minuteman Realty Group
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Views
17
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.58%
Original Mortgage
$433,100
Outstanding Balance
$432,687
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$327,091
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2024
Closed on
Jul 26, 2024
Sold by
Pfeifer Robert A and Pfeifer Heidi L
Bought by
Balser Christopher and Parker Jamie
Seller's Agent
Jodi Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Bain
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
List Price
$679,900
Sold Price
$679,900
Views
27
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.31%
Original Mortgage
$639,900
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 1989
Sold by
Yeomans Gerald N
Bought by
Pfeifer Robert A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $750,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $679,900 | None Available | |
| Deed | $185,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $185,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $433,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $639,900 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $112,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $18,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $118,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 12/17/25 | Sold | $750,000 | 0.0% | $547 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/18/2025 11/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/13/2025 11/13/25 | For Sale | $750,000 | +10.3% | $547 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/29/2024 07/29/24 | Sold | $679,900 | 0.0% | $496 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/25/2024 06/25/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/20/2024 06/20/24 | For Sale | $679,900 | -- | $496 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,684 | $762,400 | $482,500 | $279,900 |
| 2024 | $8,584 | $732,400 | $463,500 | $268,900 |
| 2023 | $8,314 | $660,400 | $417,900 | $242,500 |
| 2022 | $8,003 | $600,400 | $379,900 | $220,500 |
| 2021 | $17,167 | $575,500 | $364,000 | $211,500 |
| 2020 | $7,640 | $547,700 | $346,400 | $201,300 |
| 2019 | $7,424 | $521,700 | $330,000 | $191,700 |
| 2018 | $11,326 | $492,100 | $311,200 | $180,900 |
| 2017 | $6,513 | $464,200 | $293,600 | $170,600 |
| 2016 | $6,149 | $424,100 | $263,000 | $161,100 |
| 2015 | $5,762 | $392,000 | $243,100 | $148,900 |
| 2014 | $5,584 | $378,800 | $234,900 | $143,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elizabeth Bain
-
Brendan Lee
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brendan Lee
The Minuteman Realty Group
(781) 591-0249
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Jodi Fitzgerald
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jodi Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald & Associates
(781) 439-1856
16 in this area
114 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73454762
APN: READ-000033-000000-000190
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