$272,000
SOLD APR 10, 2013

195 Main St Reading, MA 01867

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,066 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$255 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

19 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2020

Charming Colonial with lots of character, tucked away for privacy. Located near all major travel routes, walk to town or train. Hardwood floors, Crystal door knobs, oiled bronze hardware, light / bright eat-in kitchen, newer full bath, Bedrooms w/large cedar closets, new windows, spacious layout, 200 amp electrical service, lovely backyard w/patio overlooking conservation. Walk out bsmt, plenty of off street parking. Excellent school system, newer state of the art high school. VALUE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Mason

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 02/13/2013

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Bryce Christopher

Boston's Best Realty

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,204

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Wooded, Paved Drive, Sloping
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Storm Windows
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available
  • Basement: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 10X9
  • Bathroom #1: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 19X10
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor, 15X12
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 15X12
  • Master Bedroom Description: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 15X11

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Storage Shed, Screens
  • Foundation: Fieldstone

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Oil, Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2003
Sold by
Palastra Laura L and Palastra Robert
Bought by
Congo Matthew T
Current Estimated Value
$611,124

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,000
Interest Rate
5.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 1998
Sold by
Palastra James J
Bought by
Palastra Robert and Palastra Laura L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 1992
Sold by
Green Timothy J and Green Deborah L
Bought by
Palastra James J and Palastra Lisa E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,250
Interest Rate
8.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 1991
Sold by
Baillie Thomas C and Domigan Ann
Bought by
Green Timothy J and Green Deborah L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,500
Interest Rate
9.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $280,000 --
Deed $157,500 --
Deed $135,000 --
Deed $143,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $346,320 New Conventional
Closed $227,200 New Conventional
Closed $242,000 New Conventional
Closed $236,000 No Value Available
Closed $266,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $126,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $128,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $131,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2020 07/31/20 Sold $444,000 +3.5% $417 / Sq Ft
06/11/2020 06/11/20 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2020 06/10/20 For Sale $429,000 0.0% $402 / Sq Ft
06/01/2020 06/01/20 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2020 05/27/20 For Sale $429,000 +23.8% $402 / Sq Ft
10/28/2016 10/28/16 Sold $346,500 -1.0% $325 / Sq Ft
09/13/2016 09/13/16 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2016 09/08/16 For Sale $349,900 +28.6% $328 / Sq Ft
04/10/2013 04/10/13 Sold $272,000 +0.8% $255 / Sq Ft
03/04/2013 03/04/13 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2013 02/13/13 For Sale $269,900 -- $253 / 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 $6,204 $544,700 $350,900 $193,800
2024 $6,260 $534,100 $344,100 $190,000
2023 $5,998 $476,400 $306,900 $169,500
2022 $5,696 $427,300 $275,200 $152,100
2021 $5,291 $383,100 $239,100 $144,000
2020 $5,120 $367,000 $229,000 $138,000
2019 $4,972 $349,400 $218,000 $131,400
2018 $4,757 $343,000 $214,000 $129,000
2017 $4,518 $322,000 $200,900 $121,100
2016 $4,394 $303,000 $198,800 $104,200
2015 $4,244 $288,700 $189,400 $99,300
2014 $4,052 $274,900 $180,300 $94,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • E

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Erica Christensen

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    1 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Erica Christensen
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  • B

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Bode Well Team

    Compass

    (617) 268-9200

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Bode Well Team
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  • Josephine Altovino

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Josephine Altovino

    RE/MAX

    (781) 858-1502

    1 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Josephine Altovino
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  • Judy Mason

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Judy Mason

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

    (617) 710-5597

    18 Total Sales

    Judy Mason
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Bryce Christopher

    Boston's Best Realty

    (857) 707-0060

    2 Total Sales

    Bryce Christopher
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71482015

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000007-000000-000265

Massachusetts Middlesex County Reading 01867

195 Main St, Reading, MA

This home is located at 195 Main St, Reading, MA 01867 and is currently priced at $272,000, approximately $255 per square foot. This property was built in 1890. 195 Main St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Joshua Eaton Elementary School, Walter S. Parker Middle School, and Reading Memorial High School.

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