Seller's Agent in 2025
Lisa Santilli
Classified Realty Group
(978) 660-3506
7 in this area
79 Total Sales
16 Elm St Reading, MA 01867
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,194
Sq Ft
0.29
Acres
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Walter S. Parker Middle School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to a great opportunity in highly desirable Reading! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial is set on a rare oversized lot at the end of a dead-end street, offering privacy and strong potential in a prime location. Inside, you'll find a classic layout with sun-filled rooms, ready for your updates and personal touch. A standout feature is the expansion potential within the lot's generous boundaries—ideal for a future addition, garage, or custom outdoor space. It's a great fit for anyone looking to get into Reading and a smart condo alternative with room to grow. Enjoy close proximity to schools, downtown, commuter rail, and major routes—an excellent investment in a sought-after town.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,683
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned S15
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,194 Sq Ft Home
- Skylights
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Killam Elementary School
- Parker Middle School
- RMHS High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Air
- 1 Cooling Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 200+ Amp Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:022.000000045.0,733385
Community Details
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 16, 2025
Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
Okeeffe Ryan D and Okeeffe Amy J
Bought by
Skr Ventures Llc
Seller's Agent
Lisa Santilli
Classified Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Jyoti Justin
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$639,900
Sold Price
$677,000
Premium/Discount to List
$37,100
5.8%
Views
41
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,252
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.13%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2016
Closed on
Jul 19, 2016
Sold by
Xu Weixing
Bought by
Dermot-Okeeffe Ryan and Nolfi Amy J
Seller's Agent
Karen Draper
Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Marino
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$421,500
Premium/Discount to List
$31,600
8.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.37%
Original Mortgage
$376,200
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2016
Sold by
Liu Kexin
Bought by
Xu Weixing
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 31, 2014
Closed on
Sep 16, 2014
Sold by
Cannella Roberto and Cannella Jennifer M
Bought by
Xu Weixing and Liu Kevin
Seller's Agent
Mary Ann Quinn
Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Karen Draper
Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-5.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.50%
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 12, 2005
Sold by
Cavanaugh James J and Cavanaugh Kathleen R
Bought by
Cannella Jennifer M and Cannella Roberto
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $677,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $677,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $421,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $421,500 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $370,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $370,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $285,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $285,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $376,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $296,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $228,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2025 08/07/25 | Sold | $677,000 | +5.8% | $567 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | For Sale | $639,900 | +51.8% | $536 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/18/2016 07/18/16 | Sold | $421,500 | +8.1% | $378 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/20/2016 05/20/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/12/2016 05/12/16 | For Sale | $389,900 | +5.4% | $349 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/16/2014 09/16/14 | Sold | $370,000 | 0.0% | $332 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/02/2014 09/02/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/05/2014 08/05/14 | Off Market | $370,000 | -- | -- | |
| 07/31/2014 07/31/14 | For Sale | $389,900 | -- | $349 / 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 | $7,683 | $674,500 | $424,200 | $250,300 |
| 2024 | $7,436 | $634,500 | $398,900 | $235,600 |
| 2023 | $7,295 | $579,400 | $364,000 | $215,400 |
| 2022 | $6,725 | $504,500 | $316,600 | $187,900 |
| 2021 | $6,451 | $467,100 | $290,000 | $177,100 |
| 2020 | $5,234 | $444,700 | $276,000 | $168,700 |
| 2019 | $6,036 | $424,200 | $263,100 | $161,100 |
| 2018 | $5,501 | $396,600 | $245,800 | $150,800 |
| 2017 | $5,261 | $375,000 | $233,900 | $141,100 |
| 2016 | $5,021 | $346,300 | $221,000 | $125,300 |
| 2015 | $4,905 | $333,700 | $210,500 | $123,200 |
| 2014 | $4,689 | $318,100 | $200,500 | $117,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lisa Santilli
-
Jyoti Justin
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jyoti Justin
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 929-3558
1 in this area
80 Total Sales
-
Karen Draper
K
Seller's Agent in 2016
Karen Draper
Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
2 in this area
5 Total Sales
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Anthony Marino
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
-
Mary Ann Quinn
Seller's Agent in 2014
Mary Ann Quinn
Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
(617) 710-6852
70 in this area
110 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73405228
APN: READ-000022-000000-000045
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