Seller's Agent in 2025
Nicholas Helgesen
Better Living Real Estate, LLC
(508) 958-3232
1 in this area
83 Total Sales
196 Read St Somerset, MA 02726
Brayton Point Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,602
Sq Ft
0.34
Acres
Highlights
- Marina
- Community Stables
- Granite Flooring
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of May 2025Lovely, renovated Somerset Dutch gambrel! This 2600+ sf home features new windows & doors, freshly painted rooms & tasteful, high-quality vinyl flooring throughout. On the main level are a light & bright, wraparound sunroom w/ opening windows, double parlor w/ glistening oak flooring & built in bookcase, formal dining room & mudroom w/ corner closet. The spacious kitchen w/ stainless appliances is open to the sunken great room w/ vaulted cathedral ceilings & picture window. Oversized sliders lead to the immense deck overlooking the fully fenced yard. The first floor, guest half-bath w/ Nantucket bead board has just been remodeled w/ new vanity. Either staircase leads up to 4 ample bedrooms (or 3 w/ loft & walk in closet, town lists 4 bedrooms) & the central full bath w/ subway tiles & new vanity. The walkout basement includes a Burnham natural gas boiler, HTP tank & laundry hookups. The exterior features vinyl, Trex steps & landing, new paved driveway & walk. A gorgeous home, hurry!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Better Living Real Estate, LLC Listed on: 01/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,990
Year Built
- Built in 1910 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.34 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced Yard
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Property is zoned R1
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,602 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Wainscoting
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Insulated Windows
- Picture Window
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Mud Room
- Sunken Living Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Granite
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0B2 L:0052,2954568
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Community Stables
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 12, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Wah Douglas M
Bought by
Wynn Michael D and Baptista David
Seller's Agent
Nicholas Helgesen
Better Living Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
The Coury Team
Keller Williams Elite
List Price
$599,850
Sold Price
$574,850
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.17%
Views
141
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$18,573
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.87%
Original Mortgage
$474,850
Outstanding Balance
$473,175
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$120,248
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2025
Sold by
Wah Douglas M
Bought by
Sherlock Brandon
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 7, 2015
Closed on
Dec 22, 2015
Sold by
Santos Sylvia J
Bought by
Wah Douglas M
Seller's Agent
Christopher Migneault
Migneault REALTORS®
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Helgesen
Better Living Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-10.48%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.62%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $574,850 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $574,850 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $23,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $23,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $170,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $170,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $170,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $474,850 | VA | |
| Closed | $474,850 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $165,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | Sold | $574,850 | 0.0% | $221 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/15/2025 02/15/25 | Price Changed | $574,850 | 0.0% | $221 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | Price Changed | $575,000 | -3.4% | $221 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Price Changed | $595,000 | -0.8% | $229 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/03/2025 02/03/25 | Price Changed | $599,800 | 0.0% | $231 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/12/2025 01/12/25 | For Sale | $599,850 | +252.9% | $231 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/22/2015 12/22/15 | Sold | $170,000 | -10.5% | $65 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/16/2015 11/16/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/07/2015 10/07/15 | For Sale | $189,900 | -- | $73 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,387 | $480,200 | $181,500 | $298,700 |
| 2024 | $5,990 | $468,300 | $181,500 | $286,800 |
| 2023 | $5,171 | $407,800 | $151,400 | $256,400 |
| 2022 | $4,799 | $361,100 | $131,800 | $229,300 |
| 2021 | $4,843 | $329,900 | $119,900 | $210,000 |
| 2020 | $4,916 | $323,000 | $119,900 | $203,100 |
| 2019 | $5,526 | $302,800 | $119,900 | $182,900 |
| 2018 | $4,866 | $286,900 | $118,900 | $168,000 |
| 2017 | $4,742 | $272,500 | $112,900 | $159,600 |
| 2016 | $4,852 | $277,100 | $112,900 | $164,200 |
| 2015 | $4,523 | $260,700 | $107,500 | $153,200 |
| 2014 | $6,057 | $250,800 | $107,500 | $143,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nicholas Helgesen
-
The Coury Team
Buyer's Agent in 2025
The Coury Team
Keller Williams Elite
(508) 695-4545
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Christopher Migneault
Seller's Agent in 2015
Christopher Migneault
Migneault REALTORS®
(508) 678-8808
19 in this area
106 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73325454
APN: SOME-000002B-000000-000052
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