$700,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2025

179 Central St North Reading, MA 01864

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,224 Sq Ft
1.36 Acres

Recently Sold

$572 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • E Ethel Little School Rated A
  • 1.36 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome home! This sunshine filled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering a versatile 2 level layout on a 1.36-acre lot. With 1,224 sq. ft. of living space, this home provides both functionality and comfort.The main level features a bright living room, dining area, full bathroom, and one bedroom, offering convenience and accessibility. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and another 3/4 bathroom. The lower level includes a dry basement with laundry and garage, providing ample storage. Enjoy the spacious backyard, and relax on your deck overlooking the tree line. Located just minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment, this home is move-in ready with quick-close availability. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Parrett

Aspen Realty Group LLC Listed on: 04/10/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Lyons

Century 21 North East

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,102

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 1.36 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Property is zoned RA

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,224 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Light Fixtures
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Little Elementary School
  • North Reading Middle School
  • North Reading High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:032.0 B:0000 L:0014.0,718729

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,102

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Compensation Offered but Not in MLS
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 102
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 204
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Main,First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 99
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 114
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 143
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Area: 168
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup
  • Basement: Full
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1224
  • Living Area: 1224
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN1982
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 490.11
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 571.9
  • MAIN SO: AC1531
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:032.0 B:0000 L:0014.0,718729
  • Zoning: RA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.36
  • Lot Size Area: 1.36
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 59242
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 63
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8102
  • Tax Book Number: 1473

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: North Reading
  • Elementary School: Little School
  • Middle Or Junior School: North Reading

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Rodriguez Joelle
Bought by
Hill Michael P and Hill Carol A
Seller's Agent
Amy Parrett
Aspen Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Lyons
Century 21 North East
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,100
16.69%
Views
72

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.45%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$299,746
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$403,992

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2015
Sold by
Mckendry A R Est
Bought by
Black Door Properties
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $700,000 None Available
Fiduciary Deed $250,000 --
Fiduciary Deed $250,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $700,000 +16.7% $572 / Sq Ft
04/14/2025 04/14/25 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $599,900 -- $490 / 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 $8,102 $620,400 $411,200 $209,200
2024 $7,804 $590,800 $387,700 $203,100
2023 $7,471 $534,000 $356,400 $177,600
2022 $7,239 $482,600 $324,600 $158,000
2021 $3,887 $448,000 $299,300 $148,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amy Parrett

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Amy Parrett

    Aspen Realty Group LLC

    (978) 590-7524

    1 in this area

    3 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Kathleen Lyons

    Century 21 North East

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73358498

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NREA-000032-000000-000014

Massachusetts Middlesex County North Reading 01864

179 Central St, North Reading, MA

This home is located at 179 Central St, North Reading, MA 01864 and is currently priced at $700,000, approximately $571 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 179 Central St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including E Ethel Little School, North Reading Middle School, and North Reading High School.

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