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Seller's Agent in 2025
Sumi Sinnatamby
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(781) 249-7889
18 in this area
23 Total Sales
483 Franklin St Reading, MA 01867
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,339
Sq Ft
1.31
Acres
Highlights
- 1.31 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Property is near public transit
- Wood End Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- Antique Architecture
About This Home
As of November 2025The Richard Nichols Farmstead, a rare example of early architecture, is an iconic property located on 1.3 acres of land. Located close to public transportation & schools, it abuts a private golf course with sweeping views unlike any other. This spacious & comfortable home features historic charm with modern day conveniences in an unparalleled blend of the old & new. Offering a living room, dining room/sitting area, eat in kitchen, family room, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths plus office spaces on both the first & second floors. With 4 working fireplaces & a wood stove, unique wide plank floors, a two car detached garage, a lower & upper field, deck, stonewalls, granite steps, flagstone walk & perennial gardens, this property provides a spacious & peaceful retreat. Additionally, a two story 'Beverly Jog" a historic Massachusetts building feature, a Chipseal primary driveway, a new wood shingle roof, a walk out lower level and a walk up unfinished attic. This property is a rare find.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 05/08/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member Office
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,506
Year Built
- Built in 1731
Lot Details
- 1.31 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned S20
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Antique Architecture
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,339 Sq Ft Home
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Home Office
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- School Dept Elementary School
- Coolidge Middle School
- RMHS High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 737280
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 2017
Sold by
Irwin Bryan J and Todisco Patrice A
Bought by
B & P Rt
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2005
Sold by
Jones Clayton D and Jones Gladys Montgome
Bought by
Irwin Bryan J and Todisco Patrice A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 1996
Sold by
Smith Edward B and Smith Martha
Bought by
Jones Clayton D and Jones Gladys M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Interest Rate
8.28%
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 | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $775,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $240,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $520,300 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $523,750 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $575,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $192,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 11/17/25 | Sold | $1,540,000 | +0.1% | $355 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2025 05/31/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | For Sale | $1,539,000 | -- | $355 / 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 | $14,506 | $1,273,600 | $579,100 | $694,500 |
| 2024 | $14,478 | $1,235,300 | $561,600 | $673,700 |
| 2023 | $13,563 | $1,077,300 | $489,200 | $588,100 |
| 2022 | $12,893 | $967,200 | $438,700 | $528,500 |
| 2021 | $11,792 | $921,000 | $421,900 | $499,100 |
| 2020 | $12,591 | $902,600 | $413,400 | $489,200 |
| 2019 | $12,239 | $860,100 | $393,800 | $466,300 |
| 2018 | $11,147 | $803,700 | $367,700 | $436,000 |
| 2017 | $10,416 | $768,700 | $351,600 | $417,100 |
| 2016 | $10,223 | $705,000 | $335,300 | $369,700 |
| 2015 | $9,583 | $651,900 | $309,800 | $342,100 |
| 2014 | $9,286 | $630,000 | $299,300 | $330,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sumi Sinnatamby
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Non Member
Non Member Office
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73371871
APN: READ-000038-000000-000172
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