18 Wells Rd Reading, MA 01867
Estimated payment $5,311/month
Highlights
- Custom Closet System
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit and schools
- J. Warren Killam Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Charm of yesteryear with updates of today! This spacious & gracious colonial is situated in a pretty neighborhood on a corner lot north of Reading center. This timeless home is filled with character & boasts beautiful woodwork, gleaming hardwood floors & many built-ins. The main level offers an inviting living room with fireplace & rich wainscoting, an eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, a dining room with crown-moulding, chair rail & built-in cabinet, a bonus room, an enclosed front porch & a quarter bath. The second level offers 3 bedrooms & a home office with direct walk-up access to attic. Extensive updates throughout Harvey windows from top-to-bottom, storm doors, updated kitchen, renovated full bath on 2nd floor & patio in backyard. A two-car garage with paved driveway allows parking for 4 cars. The private & generous size yard is perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Easy access to major highways, area schools & fields. Truly an exceptional opportunity to live in Reading!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,980
Year Built
- Built in 1909
Lot Details
- 9,664 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Property is zoned S-15
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 1,722 Sq Ft Home
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Attic Access Panel
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Bathtub with Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Sink Near Laundry
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Schools
- Call Supt. Elementary And Middle School
- RMHS High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Central Heating
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 38
- Assessor Parcel Number 736996
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $8,850 | $777,000 | $480,700 | $296,300 |
| 2024 | $8,752 | $746,800 | $461,800 | $285,000 |
| 2023 | $8,487 | $674,100 | $416,300 | $257,800 |
| 2022 | $8,181 | $613,700 | $378,500 | $235,200 |
| 2021 | $8,122 | $588,100 | $362,700 | $225,400 |
| 2020 | $11,488 | $559,900 | $345,100 | $214,800 |
| 2019 | $7,593 | $533,600 | $328,700 | $204,900 |
| 2018 | $11,672 | $491,400 | $310,000 | $181,400 |
| 2017 | $6,510 | $464,000 | $292,500 | $171,500 |
| 2016 | $6,071 | $418,700 | $262,100 | $156,600 |
| 2015 | $5,695 | $387,400 | $242,200 | $145,200 |
| 2014 | $5,522 | $374,600 | $234,000 | $140,600 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2026 06/17/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/10/2026 06/10/26 | For Sale | $849,900 | +61.9% | $494 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/15/2017 06/15/17 | Sold | $525,000 | +5.0% | $305 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/23/2017 03/23/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/16/2017 03/16/17 | For Sale | $499,900 | -- | $290 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $525,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $420,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $420,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $145,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $220,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73533432
APN: READ-000040-000000-000038
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