$905,000
SOLD OCT 18, 2024

64 Berkeley St Reading, MA 01867

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,642 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$551 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Alice M. Barrows Elementary School Rated A-
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of October 2024

Exquisite in every way, yet needs repairs & updating. With incredible features both inside & out, this home was chosen as "the countries MOST popular home design" in 1912. The home exudes the character & personality that is not easy to find, while sitting graciously between two multi-million dollar homes, on what is sure to be one of Massachusetts, let alone Reading's MOST beautiful streets. This amazing opportunity is for those seeking the ability to transform a stunning home to its former glory. The options are endless...restore it within the existing space for a breathtaking home, or add-on to create a larger, more expansive "forever" home. The lot alone is worth the price of admission...flat, spacious, & likely accommodating to your hearts desire. Irreplaceable features include gorgeous wood fls, 2 FP's, a dramatic staircase, built-ins, crown moldings, cathedral window trim, board & batten ceilings & a dreamy side porch. You'll know it's a SPECIAL place the minute you arrive!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rick Nazzaro

Colonial Manor Realty Listed on: 08/30/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Rick Nazzaro

Colonial Manor Realty Listed on: 08/30/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,346

Year Built

  • Built in 1916 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Dutch Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,642 Sq Ft Home
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Picture Window
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Dual Closets
  • Pedestal Sink

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 4 Car Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • See Super Elementary School
  • Parker Middle School
  • RMHS High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 732569

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Prime West Side Subdivision

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,346

Year Built

Built in 1916 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Dutch Colonial
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Subdivision Name: PRIME West Side
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Compensation Offered but Not in MLS
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Lighting - Sconce, Entrance Foyer, Sun Room
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 130
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 156
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 117
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 167.7
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 144
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 232.2
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 293.8
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1642
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Screens
  • MAIN LO: B32911
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 548.05
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 551.16
  • MAIN SO: B32911

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Storage, Screens
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 732569
  • Zoning: Residentia
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Lot Size Area: 0.29
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12545
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 000
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10.03
  • Tax Book Number: 000

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Rmhs
  • Elementary School: See Super
  • Middle Or Junior School: Parker Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2024
Sold by
Porter Julie K
Bought by
Jd Porter Ft and Porter
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$927,923

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2018
Sold by
Porter Julie K and Kaine Diana M
Bought by
Porter Julie K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2006
Sold by
Porter Julie K
Bought by
Kaine Diana M and Porter Julie K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2004
Sold by
Porter Julie K and Porter Raymond F
Bought by
Porter Julie K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 1993
Sold by
Day Georgia W
Bought by
Porter Raymond F and Porter Julie K
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $195,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $724,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $724,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $158,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $215,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $225,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2024 10/18/24 Sold $905,000 +0.6% $551 / Sq Ft
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2024 08/30/24 For Sale $899,900 -- $548 / 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 $10,346 $908,300 $576,300 $332,000
2024 $10,038 $856,500 $543,400 $313,100
2023 $9,985 $793,100 $503,200 $289,900
2022 $9,611 $721,000 $457,400 $263,600
2021 $6,966 $666,700 $419,800 $246,900
2020 $6,729 $653,800 $411,700 $242,100
2019 $8,787 $617,500 $391,600 $225,900
2018 $8,081 $582,600 $369,400 $213,200
2017 $7,785 $554,900 $351,900 $203,000
2016 $7,091 $489,000 $299,500 $189,500
2015 $6,644 $452,000 $276,800 $175,200
2014 $6,437 $436,700 $267,400 $169,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73283150

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000015-000000-000125