NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Forest St Reading, MA 01867

Estimated Value: $820,473 - $856,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,836 Sq Ft
$459/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 10, 2017

Last sale price $568,000 $309 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,372/month

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2017

Don't miss the chance to own this meticulously maintained and beautifully accented Cape. This spacious three bedroom, two full bath home presents the epitome of a entertainer's dream, complete with a large living area characterized with recessed lighting and custom built-in detail, two private, outdoor living spaces - a large sun-filled deck and a fully enclosed patio showcasing a surround sound system. Enjoy the luxury of a private and expansive back yard to compliment the charm already beaming from this home! All within minutes of local amenities, walking distance from schools, and close to Rt. 128 & Rt. 93.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rodrigo Serrano

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 03/01/2017

Leading Edge Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Kiniry-Curcio

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2013
Sold by
Wondolowski Michael T and Wondolowski Susan M
Bought by
Wondolowski
Current Estimated Value
$841,868

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2008
Sold by
Fitzgibbons Dennis M and Fitzgibbons Michele L
Bought by
Wondolowski Michael T and Wondolowski Susan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$344,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2004
Sold by
Buckley John F and Buckley Patricia M
Bought by
Fitzgibbons Dennis M and Fitzgibbons Michele L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$530,000
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wondolowski -- --
Wondolowski Michael T $430,000 --
Fitzgibbons Dennis M $428,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hanusa Evan M $247,000
Open Hanusa Evan M $434,275
Closed Vertatschitsch Laura E $454,400
Closed M&S Wondolowski Ret $256,000
Previous Owner Buckley John $285,000
Previous Owner Buckley John $292,000
Previous Owner Wondolowski Michael T $344,000
Previous Owner Fitzgibbons Dennis M $530,000
Previous Owner Fitzgibbons Dennis M $333,700
Previous Owner Fitzgibbons Dennis M $72,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2017 04/10/17 Sold $568,000 +13.6% $309 / Sq Ft
03/07/2017 03/07/17 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2017 03/01/17 For Sale $499,900 -- $272 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $8,394 $737,000 $457,900 $279,100
2024 $8,297 $707,900 $439,800 $268,100
2023 $8,036 $638,300 $396,600 $241,700
2022 $7,735 $580,300 $360,500 $219,800
2021 $16,246 $547,000 $345,400 $201,600
2020 $7,262 $520,600 $328,700 $191,900
2019 $7,057 $495,900 $313,100 $182,800
2018 $4,658 $467,700 $295,300 $172,400
2017 $6,190 $441,200 $278,600 $162,600
2016 $5,788 $399,200 $249,600 $149,600
2015 $5,423 $368,900 $230,700 $138,200
2014 $5,255 $356,500 $222,900 $133,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72124423

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000032-000000-000233