17 Wakefield St Reading, MA 01867
Estimated payment $6,369/month
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
- J. Warren Killam Elementary School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
WELCOME HOME TO THIS UPDATED AND INVITING COLONIAL IN A DESIRABLE READING NEIGHBORHOOD! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a functional layout with many improvements. The first floor features hardwood floors, a fireplaced living room with bay window, dining room, and updated kitchen with quartz island, recessed lighting, and modern finishes. A family room, screened porch, and half bath complete the main level. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including a primary with vaulted ceiling and walk-in closet, plus two full baths. Recent updates include refinished floors, interior painting, remodeled staircase, plastered ceilings, updated half bath, and custom closets. Enjoy a landscaped yard, partially fenced backyard, and patio with fire pit. Additional highlights include attached garage, finished lower level, and off-street parking. Bathroom renovation inventory available—see attachment on paperclip. Seller’s preferred closing date is 2/6. DON’T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN READING!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,571
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned S20
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,314 Sq Ft Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Bay Window
- Picture Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Home Gym
- Partially Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
Schools
- J. Warren Killam Elementary School
- Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
- Reading Memorial High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Water Heater
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:035.000000125.0,737163
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,571 | $840,300 | $519,800 | $320,500 |
| 2024 | $9,459 | $807,100 | $499,300 | $307,800 |
| 2023 | $9,163 | $727,800 | $450,200 | $277,600 |
| 2022 | $8,819 | $661,600 | $409,300 | $252,300 |
| 2021 | $8,778 | $635,600 | $392,200 | $243,400 |
| 2020 | $8,438 | $604,900 | $373,200 | $231,700 |
| 2019 | $8,199 | $576,200 | $355,500 | $220,700 |
| 2018 | $7,536 | $543,300 | $335,200 | $208,100 |
| 2017 | $7,192 | $512,600 | $316,300 | $196,300 |
| 2016 | $6,727 | $463,900 | $283,400 | $180,500 |
| 2015 | $6,302 | $428,700 | $261,900 | $166,800 |
| 2014 | $6,104 | $414,100 | $253,000 | $161,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 01/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/30/2025 12/30/25 | For Sale | $1,049,900 | +30.4% | $454 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/12/2022 12/12/22 | Sold | $805,000 | -3.0% | $348 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/03/2022 11/03/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/28/2022 10/28/22 | Price Changed | $829,900 | -2.4% | $359 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/13/2022 10/13/22 | For Sale | $850,000 | -- | $367 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | New Conventional |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73464236
APN: READ-000035-000000-000125
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