$520,000
SOLD APR 6, 2016

42 John St Reading, MA 01867

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,088 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$249 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2016

Inviting, spacious colonial located blocks from Reading center, commuter rail, Hunt Memorial Park, and in close proximity to grocery stores, Routes 128/93! This home exudes warmth upon entering the elegant foyer with heavy crown moulding, high-ceilinged, brightly-lit main rooms; truly says "home". You'll also appreciate the modern kitchen and baths (relax in the Jacuzzi whirlpool tub), as well as the overflow 3rd. floor, bonus space. Potential to create a master bath using either of the 2 rear bedrooms. Additionally, terrific, interior expansion potential in the windowed-walk-out basement. Plenty of storage. Newer gas boiler, central air, roof, fencing & driveway are a plus! Enjoy the the beautiful garden areas and in-ground pool (2008 liner), or create an enormous yard space, if pool is removed. It's your choice! OFFERS SHOULD BE IN BY NOON, TUES. 3/1, INCL. DOCUMENTED PRE-APPROV. OR PROOF OF FUNDS. DO NOT EMAIL DEPOSIT CHECK COPIES WITH PERSONAL ACCOUNT ID INFO.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Cottone

The Cottone Co., Real Estate Listed on: 02/24/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Sousa

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,488

Year Built

1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Corner, Paved Drive, Gentle Slope
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Energy: Storm Windows
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Insulation: Mixed
  • Basement: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 13X15
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 7X13
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 11X10
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor, 4X7
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor, 6X7
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 13X19
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor, 14X18
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 13X16
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 13X15
  • Oth1 Room Name: Foyer
  • Oth1 Dimen: 8X15
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level
  • Oth2 Dimen: 11X32
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Frontage: 194.00
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Clapboard, Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Pool - Inground, Gutters, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Stone Wall
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central Heat, Hot Water Baseboard, Heat Pump, Gas, Other (See Remarks)
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 5
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewage District: MWRA

Schools

  • Elementary School: See School Dept
  • Middle School: See School Dept
  • High School: Rmhs

Lot Info

  • Zoning: S-15
  • Lot: 90

Multi Family

  • Foundation: 20x37+16x19

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1991
Sold by
Devine David A and Devine Mary A
Bought by
Ryan William C and Ryan Priscilla G
Current Estimated Value
$928,558
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $197,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $416,000 New Conventional
Closed $401,660 New Conventional
Closed $100,000 No Value Available
Closed $175,000 No Value Available
Closed $19,000 No Value Available
Closed $154,700 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/06/2016 04/06/16 Sold $520,000 +6.1% $249 / Sq Ft
03/03/2016 03/03/16 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2016 02/25/16 Price Changed $489,900 +0.2% $235 / Sq Ft
02/24/2016 02/24/16 For Sale $489,000 +15.7% $234 / Sq Ft
03/08/2013 03/08/13 Sold $422,800 -3.4% $202 / Sq Ft
01/14/2013 01/14/13 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2012 12/12/12 For Sale $437,500 -- $210 / 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 $9,488 $833,000 $412,100 $420,900
2024 $9,186 $783,800 $387,500 $396,300
2023 $9,018 $716,300 $353,700 $362,600
2022 $8,319 $624,100 $307,500 $316,600
2021 $7,967 $576,900 $281,800 $295,100
2020 $7,664 $549,400 $268,100 $281,300
2019 $7,706 $524,300 $255,600 $268,700
2018 $4,945 $490,500 $238,800 $251,700
2017 $6,546 $466,600 $227,200 $239,400
2016 $6,239 $430,300 $214,700 $215,600
2015 $6,033 $410,400 $204,500 $205,900
2014 $5,752 $390,200 $194,800 $195,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paul Cottone

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Paul Cottone

    The Cottone Co., Real Estate

    (617) 794-0591

    29 Total Sales

    Paul Cottone
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  • Judy Sousa

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Judy Sousa

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

    (781) 956-6945

    2 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Judy Sousa
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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Elizabeth Stakem

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    32 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Stakem
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71962988

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000022-000000-000090

Massachusetts Middlesex County Reading 01867

42 John St, Reading, MA

This home is located at 42 John St, Reading, MA 01867 and is currently priced at $520,000, approximately $249 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 42 John St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including J. Warren Killam Elementary School, Walter S. Parker Middle School, and Reading Memorial High School.

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