NOT LISTED FOR SALE

288 Charles St Reading, MA 01867

Estimated Value: $996,814 - $1,103,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,066 Sq Ft
$516/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 07, 2020

Last sale price $700,000 $339 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,377/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Fenced Yard
  • Whole House Fan
  • J. Warren Killam Elementary School Rated A-
  • Patio

About This Home

As of April 2020

CURB APPEAL & CHARM are the best words to describe this beautiful CAPE!! It's open feel & great space make it perfect for family & friends. First floor offers a sunny eat in KITCHEN which flows seamlessly into a large FIRE PLACED DINING ROOM perfect for large gatherings.The GREAT ROOM with sliders overlooks the private back yard and patio, it provides great space for relaxing or entertaining. A HALF BATH is on this level too. Heading upstairs there is a large MASTER BEDROOM SUITE with an UPDATED FULL BATH with WALK in SHOWER & His and Hers closets. Two additional BEDROOMS and a FULL BATH complete the second level..Laundry connection is on the 1st floor for convenience and in the basement. The Basement has a bonus finished room for hanging out.. A Separate Apartment on the first floor is perfect for friends , family, or guests. It offers and Eat in Kitchen, Bedroom, Family Room and Full Bath.( the apartment could be converted to add on to main house living space ) Near Park&School

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Akerblom-Horne

Premier Realty Group, Inc. License #448500596 Listed on: 02/04/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Chuha & Scouten Team

Leading Edge Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Fenced Yard
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned S20

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Whole House Fan
  • Patio
  • Basement

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Cape
  • Year Built Description: Actual, Renovated Since
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 338.77
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1947

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Whole House Fan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 17X11, Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Double Vanity
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 11X10, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 11X10, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 11X10, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • No Rooms: 9
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 25X11, Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 20X14, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X10, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
  • Laundry: On Level: First Floor
  • Living Room: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
  • Main Lo: B95198
  • Main So: AN4643
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2066.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Insulation Feature: Unknown

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Cooling: 2 Units, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 575300.00
  • Acre: 0.35
  • Lot Size: 15402.00
  • Page: 379
  • Zoning: S20
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Windows, Storm Doors

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 8186.72
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 737060

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2015
Sold by
Hersey Lynda W
Bought by
Lynda W Hersey T W and Lynda Hersey
Current Estimated Value
$1,066,704
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
Lynda W Hersey T W -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/07/2020 04/07/20 Sold $700,000 0.0% $339 / Sq Ft
02/09/2020 02/09/20 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2020 02/04/20 For Sale $699,900 +7.7% $339 / Sq Ft
05/09/2017 05/09/17 Sold $650,000 +9.3% $315 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/14/2017 03/14/17 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2017 03/10/17 For Sale $594,900 -- $288 / 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 $10,256 $900,400 $474,600 $425,800
2024 $10,234 $873,200 $460,300 $412,900
2023 $9,578 $760,800 $400,900 $359,900
2022 $9,082 $681,300 $359,600 $321,700
2021 $8,511 $616,300 $345,200 $271,100
2020 $8,426 $604,000 $338,300 $265,700
2019 $5,167 $575,300 $322,200 $253,100
2018 $6,717 $484,300 $300,900 $183,400
2017 $6,497 $463,100 $287,700 $175,400
2016 $6,387 $440,500 $273,900 $166,600
2015 $6,159 $419,000 $253,100 $165,900
2014 $6,009 $407,700 $244,500 $163,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72615583

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000034-000000-000209