Seller's Agent in 2025
Margaret O'Sullivan
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(781) 439-2566
41 in this area
93 Total Sales
57 Avalon Rd Reading, MA 01867
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,520
Sq Ft
0.51
Acres
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Colonial Architecture
- Deck
- Joshua Eaton Elementary School Rated A-
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of July 2025This STUNNING 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH COLONIAL is the QUINTESSENTIAL FAMILY HOME. The FORMAL FIREPLACED LIVING ROOM with paneled feature wall & OVERSIZED FORMAL DINING ROOM are perfect for entertaining. The large kitchen with DINING ISLAND opens into an incredible FAMILY ROOM with FIREPLACE and views of one of READING'S BEST BACKYARDS. THIS BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED lot comes complete with STORAGE SHED, ENTERTAINMENT DECK and play area with a fort/playhouse for YEARS OF FAMILY FUN. Upstairs is the spacious PRIMARY SUITE, 3 additional BEDROOMS with ample closet space & a FULLY UPDATED DOUBLE SINK FAMILY BATH. The lower level provides tons of ADDITIONAL LIVING SPACE and STORAGE. Additional features includes 2024 NEW FURNACE, full house generator, CENTRAL AC, SPRINKLER SYSTEM, ARTESIAN WELL for IRRIGATION, CENTRAL VAC, OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE, WALK UP ATTIC and much more. Located in one of Reading's most SOUGHT AFTER NEIGHBORHOODS!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 04/30/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Katie Varney
Classified Realty Group
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,102
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- 0.51 Acre Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned S20
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Central Vacuum
- Wainscoting
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- French Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Trash Compactor
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Double Vanity
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Call Supt Elementary And Middle School
- RMHS High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 5 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- 200+ Amp Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:006.000000157.0,731358
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- West Side Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Higgins Ft and Higgins
Bought by
Dance Rt and Dancewicz
Seller's Agent
Margaret O'Sullivan
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Katie Varney
Classified Realty Group
List Price
$1,499,900
Sold Price
$1,581,500
Premium/Discount to List
$81,600
5.44%
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$28,027
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.19%
Original Mortgage
$1,231,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,229,431
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$324,042
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 2023
Sold by
Higgins Theodore L and Higgins Maria T
Bought by
Higgins Ft and Higgins
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 1999
Sold by
Hamilton James G and Hamilton Laura B
Bought by
Higgins Theodore L and Higgins Maria T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 1997
Sold by
Connolly Raymond F and Connolly Ann M
Bought by
Hamilton James G and Hamilton Laura B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
7.8%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,581,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,581,500 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $489,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $425,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,231,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $1,231,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $118,975 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $310,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Sold | $1,581,500 | +5.4% | $449 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | For Sale | $1,499,900 | -- | $426 / 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 | $14,102 | $1,238,100 | $604,200 | $633,900 |
| 2024 | $14,275 | $1,218,000 | $594,400 | $623,600 |
| 2023 | $13,435 | $1,067,100 | $520,700 | $546,400 |
| 2022 | $13,419 | $1,006,700 | $491,200 | $515,500 |
| 2021 | $15 | $938,800 | $449,500 | $489,300 |
| 2020 | $15 | $892,600 | $427,400 | $465,200 |
| 2019 | $11,936 | $838,800 | $401,600 | $437,200 |
| 2018 | $10,887 | $784,900 | $375,800 | $409,100 |
| 2017 | $11,109 | $791,800 | $368,400 | $423,400 |
| 2016 | $11,027 | $760,500 | $334,300 | $426,200 |
| 2015 | $10,211 | $694,600 | $305,300 | $389,300 |
| 2014 | $10,137 | $687,700 | $302,300 | $385,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Margaret O'Sullivan
-
K
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katie Varney
Classified Realty Group
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73366941
APN: READ-000006-000000-000157
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