NOT LISTED FOR SALE

259 Forest St Reading, MA 01867

Estimated Value: $800,000 - $898,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,523 Sq Ft
$560/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 20, 2019

Last sale price $560,000 $368 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,087/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio
  • Central Air
  • Birch Meadow Elementary School Rated A-

About This Home

As of September 2019

This move in ready home has been recently remodeled, including all new bathrooms, new appliances, new refinished basement, hardwood flooring and central air throughout. This stunning single story 3 bedroom house with a new finished basement is on a large corner lot in a family oriented neighborhood. From the brand new open-concept kitchen and living space to the large shaded backyard, there is plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy. Walking distance to schools and parks. This home is sure to go FAST!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Saphire

Saphire Hospitality, Inc. Listed on: 08/06/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Jason Saphire

Saphire Hospitality, Inc. Listed on: 08/06/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 10,454

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is zoned S15
  • Basement

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Ranch
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 380.76
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1957

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • No Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: First Floor
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: First Floor
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: First Floor
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • No Rooms: 8
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Main Lo: AN1894
  • Main So: AN1894
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1523.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Insulation Feature: Full

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 100 Amps
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Separate Booster
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Public School

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 471700.00
  • Acre: 0.24
  • Lot Size: 10501.00
  • Page: 115
  • Zoning: S15
  • Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6712.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 736229

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 21, 2019
Closed on
Apr 8, 2019
Sold by
Ferris David M Est and Build
Bought by
Freitas John and Freitas Tiffany
Seller's Agent
Linda Ferris
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Linda Ferris
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
List Price
$429,900
Sold Price
$421,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,900
-2.07%
Current Estimated Value
$831,332

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$410,332
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.12%
Original Mortgage
$336,800
Outstanding Balance
$296,107
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$557,142

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 1974
Bought by
Ferris David M and Ferris Mary Ann
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Freitas John $421,000 --
Ferris David M $39,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Freitas John $336,800
Previous Owner Ferris David M $80,000
Previous Owner Ferris David M $45,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/20/2019 09/20/19 Sold $560,000 -3.4% $368 / Sq Ft
08/31/2019 08/31/19 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2019 08/06/19 For Sale $579,900 +37.7% $381 / Sq Ft
04/09/2019 04/09/19 Sold $421,000 -2.1% $392 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/28/2019 02/28/19 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2019 02/21/19 For Sale $429,900 -- $401 / 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 $8,776 $770,500 $483,800 $286,700
2024 $8,675 $740,200 $464,800 $275,400
2023 $8,403 $667,400 $419,100 $248,300
2022 $8,089 $606,800 $381,000 $225,800
2021 $7,910 $572,800 $365,000 $207,800
2020 $6,908 $495,200 $347,400 $147,800
2019 $6,712 $471,700 $330,900 $140,800
2018 $6,171 $444,900 $312,100 $132,800
2017 $5,887 $419,600 $294,400 $125,200
2016 $5,572 $384,300 $263,800 $120,500
2015 $5,220 $355,100 $243,800 $111,300
2014 $5,057 $343,100 $235,500 $107,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72545905

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000032-000000-000189