20 Hillcrest Rd Reading, MA 01867
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,513
Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
About This Home
As of June 2025This STUNNING WEST SIDE CRAFTSMAN COLONIAL know as the MUZZY HOUSE is on a HUGE LOT rarely found in this COVETED NEIGHBORHOOD!! The home exudes beautiful craftsmanship throughout & is listed on the Historic Registry. The first floor boasts a HUGE newly renovated FAMILY ROOM uncommon to this time period. The home is complete with HARDWOOD in nearly every room, picture frame molding, original glass door knobs & many character details unique to the era. The first floor has an expansive entry, light filled sun room, first floor laundry/Mudroom, formal fireplaced living room, dining room, kitchen & adorable BUTLERS PANTRY. Upstairs there is plenty of space, including 4+ bedrooms or office & MASTER BEDROOM EN SUITE. Outside there is ample space to play & entertain. Don't miss the large newer detached garage with plenty of storage above! It is in addition to the attached garage! Enjoy all that Reading has to offer, just blocks away from the commuter rail & only 12 miles north of Boston!
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$14,765
Year Built
1906
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive, Cleared
- Property Type: Single Family
- Single Family Type: Detached
- Style: Colonial, Antique, Craftsman
- Other Agent: 2.50
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Year Built Description: Actual, Certified Historic, Renovated Since
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1906
Interior Features
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School
- Electric: 100 Amps
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Interior Amenities: French Doors
- Basement: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Unfinished Basement
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 12X12
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 12X10
- Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 10X8
- Bedroom 5: Third Floor, 11X10
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Bathroom #3: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor, 13X10
- Laundry Room: First Floor
- Living Room: First Floor, 18X12
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 20X12
- Master Bedroom Description: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room: First Floor, 12X12
- Family Room: First Floor, 20X18
- No Bedrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Oth1 Room Name: Sun Room
- Oth1 Dimen: 10X10
- Oth2 Room Name: Entry Hall
- Oth2 Dimen: 14X9
- Oth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Wood, Main Level
- Oth3 Room Name: Mud Room
- Oth3 Dimen: 10X6
- Oth4 Dscrp: Flooring - Wood, Pantry
- Main Lo: B95141
- Main So: B95141
- Estimated Sq Ft: 2513.00
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Shingles, Wood
- Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Pool - Above Ground, Gutters, Storage Shed
- Foundation: Fieldstone
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Attached, Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Off-Street, Tandem, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
- Parking Spaces: 3
Utilities
- Hot Water: Propane Gas
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
- Sewage District: MWRA
Schools
- Elementary School: Call Supt
- Middle School: Parker
- High School: Reading High
Lot Info
- Assessor Parcel Number: M:010.0-0000-0346.0
- Zoning: S15
- Acre: 0.53
- Lot Size: 22870.00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 15, 2025
Closed on
Jun 20, 2025
Sold by
Oeberg Jonas and Oeberg Jenny
Bought by
Hayes Brian P and Hayes Kelley A
Seller's Agent
Paul Santucci
True North Realty
Buyer's Agent
George Hayes
J & G Realty
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,657,260
Premium/Discount to List
$7,260
0.44%
Views
38
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-18.57%
Original Mortgage
$657,260
Outstanding Balance
$657,260
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$959,639
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 21, 1996
Sold by
Hall Daniel M and Hall Alice H
Bought by
Lanzilotta Edward J and Lanzilotta Marita J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,657,260 | None Available | |
| Deed | $372,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $657,260 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $809,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $536,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Sold | $1,657,260 | +0.4% | $552 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2025 04/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | +94.1% | $549 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2017 06/23/17 | Sold | $850,000 | +2.5% | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2017 03/21/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/15/2017 03/15/17 | For Sale | $829,000 | -- | $330 / 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 | $14,765 | $1,296,300 | $607,200 | $689,100 |
| 2024 | $14,949 | $1,275,500 | $597,300 | $678,200 |
| 2023 | $14,072 | $1,117,700 | $523,300 | $594,400 |
| 2022 | $14,068 | $1,055,400 | $493,700 | $561,700 |
| 2021 | $12,151 | $879,900 | $451,700 | $428,200 |
| 2020 | $11,685 | $837,600 | $429,500 | $408,100 |
| 2019 | $11,219 | $788,400 | $403,600 | $384,800 |
| 2018 | $10,204 | $735,700 | $377,600 | $358,100 |
| 2017 | $9,843 | $701,600 | $370,200 | $331,400 |
| 2016 | $10,452 | $720,800 | $365,500 | $355,300 |
| 2015 | $9,661 | $657,200 | $332,300 | $324,900 |
| 2014 | $9,687 | $657,200 | $332,300 | $324,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2025
Paul Santucci
True North Realty
-
G
Buyer's Agent in 2025
George Hayes
J & G Realty
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2017
Katie Varney
Classified Realty Group
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Matthew Quinlan
Classified Realty Group
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72130929
APN: READ-000010-000000-000346
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