Seller's Agent in 2025
Tom Liberty
Conway - Dorchester
(857) 654-5097
2 in this area
54 Total Sales
486 Franklin St Reading, MA 01867
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,370
Sq Ft
0.77
Acres
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- 0.77 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Wood End Elementary School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of August 2025*New closets just added to BRs!* Set on a generous 3⁄4-acre lot, this updated 3-bedroom, 2-full bath home offers room to grow! A full bath on each level allows flexibility for a 1st or 2nd floor primary suite. Enjoy modern comforts including a new quartz & stainless kitchen with breakfast bar, a stylish new tile bath with soaker tub, fresh flooring, and electric fireplaces. A walk-in closet so large it can double as a home office space. The inviting front porch welcomes you in, while the deck with built-in benches is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Two separate driveways provide parking for 5–6 cars. In addition to the brand new kitchen and full bath, recent upgrades include; new front entry door w/ keyless lock, front & side entry RingTM Outdoor Cams, 2024 water heater, new washer & dryer, and new steel bulkhead entry. All this just minutes to I-93, local shops, restaurants, and Reading’s top-rated schools. ** A move-in ready home with expansion potential—don’t miss this one! **
Last Buyer's Agent
Daniel Kessinger
Redfin Corp.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,555
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.77 Acre Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Property is zoned S20
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,370 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Parking
- 5 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 2 Heating Zones
- Baseboard Heating
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:038.000000099.0,736740
Community Details
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 25, 2025
Closed on
Aug 29, 2025
Sold by
Chang Siu L
Bought by
Dobrusin Colby A and Shine Bridget M
Seller's Agent
Tom Liberty
Conway - Dorchester
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Kessinger
Redfin Corp.
List Price
$689,000
Sold Price
$659,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.35%
Views
123
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.71%
Original Mortgage
$527,200
Outstanding Balance
$526,746
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$142,100
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 2025
Sold by
Chan Quinn
Bought by
Chan Siu L
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 14, 2024
Closed on
May 30, 2024
Sold by
Burke Ryan and Burke Jessica
Bought by
Chan Siu L and Chan Quinn
Seller's Agent
Ronda Cogliano
Century 21 North East
Buyer's Agent
Tom Liberty
Conway - Dorchester
List Price
$658,888
Sold Price
$640,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,888
-2.87%
Views
425
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.18%
Original Mortgage
$512,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2022
Closed on
Aug 23, 2022
Sold by
Galligan-Woods Elizabeth
Bought by
Burke Jessica and Burke Ryan
Seller's Agent
Button and Co.
LAER Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Ronda Cogliano
Century 21 North East
List Price
$579,900
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-3.43%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.84%
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2010
Sold by
Galligan-Woods Elizabeth and Woods Charles
Bought by
Galligan-Woods Elizabeth
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 1996
Sold by
Woods Charles L and Woods Shelby J
Bought by
Woods Charles L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $659,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $659,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $640,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $640,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $640,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $560,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $560,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $560,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $81,100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $527,200 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $527,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $512,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Sold | $659,000 | -1.5% | $481 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Price Changed | $669,000 | -2.9% | $488 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/25/2025 06/25/25 | For Sale | $689,000 | +7.7% | $503 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/30/2024 05/30/24 | Sold | $640,000 | -0.8% | $476 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/19/2024 02/19/24 | Price Changed | $645,000 | -0.8% | $480 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/30/2024 01/30/24 | Price Changed | $649,900 | -1.4% | $484 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/14/2024 01/14/24 | For Sale | $658,888 | +17.7% | $490 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/23/2022 08/23/22 | Sold | $560,000 | -1.7% | $417 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/20/2022 07/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | Price Changed | $569,900 | -1.7% | $424 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/27/2022 06/27/22 | For Sale | $579,900 | -- | $431 / 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 | $8,555 | $751,100 | $511,700 | $239,400 |
| 2024 | $8,536 | $728,300 | $496,200 | $232,100 |
| 2023 | $8,037 | $638,400 | $432,200 | $206,200 |
| 2022 | $7,634 | $572,700 | $387,700 | $185,000 |
| 2021 | $7,596 | $550,000 | $372,200 | $177,800 |
| 2020 | $7,518 | $538,900 | $364,700 | $174,200 |
| 2019 | $7,303 | $513,200 | $347,300 | $165,900 |
| 2018 | $6,649 | $479,400 | $324,400 | $155,000 |
| 2017 | $6,430 | $458,300 | $310,100 | $148,200 |
| 2016 | $6,242 | $430,500 | $295,200 | $135,300 |
| 2015 | $5,848 | $397,800 | $272,800 | $125,000 |
| 2014 | $5,666 | $384,400 | $263,600 | $120,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tom Liberty
-
Daniel Kessinger
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Daniel Kessinger
Redfin Corp.
-
Ronda Cogliano
Seller's Agent in 2024
Ronda Cogliano
Century 21 North East
(781) 953-7465
2 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Button and Co.
B
Seller's Agent in 2022
Button and Co.
Laer Realty
16 in this area
220 Total Sales
-
B
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Bill Cataldo
Laer Realty
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73396635
APN: READ-000038-000000-000099
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