256 Elm St North Reading, MA 01864
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,566
Sq Ft
1.8
Acres
Highlights
- River View
- Deck
- Storage Shed
- Batchelder School Rated A
About This Home
As of May 2020Absolutely charming Colonial of yesteryear with peaceful water views of the Ipswich River. Great for kayaking and fishing This home is located on the quiet part of Elm Street. Gorgeous kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Dining area with a slider opening to an oversize deck with a beautiful view. This home boasts beautiful custom archways. Home office or living room. The spacious family room located off the kitchen has an updated full bath. Upstairs enjoy three bedrooms with great closet space. New hardwood floors in the family room and bedrooms. Adorable Cobblers Cottage is heated with electric heat, great for office or studio. Almost two acres of land. Superstore hot water heater and Roth oil tank. Short distance to North Reading Center and Schools. Batchelder School district. Simply Charming!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 03/18/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,207
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- Property is zoned RB
Interior Spaces
- Decorative Lighting
- Window Screens
- River Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Storage Shed
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Water Holding Tank
- Oil Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- Cable TV Available
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2003
Sold by
Fisher Christine and Norton Giles H
Bought by
Mcnaught Robert M
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 1996
Sold by
Novak Thomas S and Sakwa Jacqueline
Bought by
Norton Giles H and Fisher Christine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
8.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $375,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $180,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $473,748 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $356,250 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $304,385 | FHA | |
| Closed | $45,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $305,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $252,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $120,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | Sold | $488,400 | -0.3% | $312 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2020 04/30/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/13/2020 04/13/20 | For Sale | $489,900 | +0.3% | $313 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2020 04/04/20 | Off Market | $488,400 | -- | -- |
| 03/25/2020 03/25/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/18/2020 03/18/20 | For Sale | $489,900 | +58.0% | $313 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2013 10/10/13 | Sold | $310,000 | -11.4% | $198 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2013 06/08/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2013 05/03/13 | Price Changed | $349,999 | -1.4% | $223 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2013 02/08/13 | Price Changed | $355,000 | -1.4% | $227 / Sq Ft |
| 01/12/2013 01/12/13 | For Sale | $360,000 | -- | $230 / 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 | $8,207 | $628,400 | $429,300 | $199,100 |
| 2024 | $7,770 | $588,200 | $397,400 | $190,800 |
| 2023 | $7,820 | $559,000 | $384,800 | $174,200 |
| 2022 | $7,640 | $509,300 | $351,700 | $157,600 |
| 2021 | $7,998 | $511,700 | $355,300 | $156,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
The Lucci Witte Team
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(978) 771-9909
26 in this area
670 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Deborah Lucci
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(978) 771-9909
7 in this area
89 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2020
David Kosta
Residential Realty Group
(781) 718-1096
14 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2013
Matthew Quinlan
Classified Realty Group
(978) 827-8268
7 in this area
146 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Mike Becker
Atlantic Coast Homes,Inc
(978) 590-4181
82 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72635064
APN: NREA-000054-000000-000030
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