78 Libby Ave Reading, MA 01867
Estimated Value: $541,000 - $617,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
916
Sq Ft
$649/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Patio
- Walter S. Parker Middle School Rated A-
- Fenced Yard
- Washer and Dryer
About This Home
As of June 2020Come view this newly renovated gem on a dead end street in Reading! Fully renovated over the past two years! New kitchen incl. modern white cabinets, dark granite countertops with a breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. New bathroom incl. gray laminate flooring, new vanity and toilet, and washer/dryer combo. Hardwood floors refinished throughout and stained with a dark walnut finish. New drywall and fresh paint throughout. Professionally landscaped backyard is fully fenced in, with the option to remove a fence panel to utilize extra driveway space and a 1-car garage. Enjoy the private space on your refinished deck, patio, or around the firepit! The picturesque front yard was hydroseeded in Summer 2019 with professional mulch beds and plantings around the house. Freshly painted exterior. Easy access to 95 and 93. 15 minute walk to downtown Reading and 1 1/2 miles to the Reading commuter rail.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Howard Rock
Rock Real Estate Listed on: 05/11/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,148
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- Year Round Access
- Fenced Yard
- Property is zoned S20
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- Window Screens
- Washer and Dryer
- Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:029.0-0000-0069.0
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 25, 2008
Sold by
Wiseman Andrew J
Bought by
Rogers Kathleen and Rogers Timothy S
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,000
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1999
Sold by
Artone David and Artone Anne
Bought by
Wiseman Andrew J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,000
Interest Rate
7.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 1996
Sold by
Kilban John J and Kilban Jeanmarie F
Bought by
Artone David and Ohearn Anne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,050
Interest Rate
7.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 1994
Sold by
Margherita Frank and Margherita Mary D
Bought by
Kilban John J and Kilban Jeanmarie F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,500
Interest Rate
8.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 29, 1989
Sold by
Jannone Charles
Bought by
Margherita Frank
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers Kathleen | $280,000 | -- | |
| Wiseman Andrew J | $177,900 | -- | |
| Artone David | $160,000 | -- | |
| Kilban John J | $131,500 | -- | |
| Margherita Frank | $145,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Marco Alissa M | $363,800 | |
| Closed | Rock Howard J | $284,050 | |
| Closed | Rogers Timothy S | $268,400 | |
| Closed | Rogers Kathleen | $266,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wiseman Andrew J | $203,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wiseman Andrew J | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wiseman Andrew J | $170,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Margherita Frank | $169,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Margherita Frank | $169,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Margherita Frank | $151,050 | |
| Previous Owner | Kilban John J | $115,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2020 06/25/20 | Sold | $428,000 | +2.1% | $467 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2020 05/17/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2020 05/11/20 | For Sale | $419,000 | +40.1% | $457 / Sq Ft |
| 12/07/2017 12/07/17 | Sold | $299,000 | 0.0% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 10/28/2017 10/28/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/26/2017 10/26/17 | Price Changed | $299,000 | -9.1% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2017 10/17/17 | For Sale | $329,000 | -- | $359 / 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 | $6,148 | $539,800 | $406,100 | $133,700 |
| 2024 | $5,968 | $509,200 | $382,900 | $126,300 |
| 2023 | $6,107 | $485,100 | $364,600 | $120,500 |
| 2022 | $5,883 | $441,300 | $331,500 | $109,800 |
| 2021 | $5,777 | $418,300 | $309,400 | $108,900 |
| 2020 | $5,281 | $378,600 | $292,900 | $85,700 |
| 2019 | $5,133 | $360,700 | $278,900 | $81,800 |
| 2018 | $5,218 | $376,200 | $265,000 | $111,200 |
| 2017 | $5,054 | $360,200 | $253,600 | $106,600 |
| 2016 | $4,201 | $289,700 | $208,300 | $81,400 |
| 2015 | $4,059 | $276,100 | $198,400 | $77,700 |
| 2014 | $3,745 | $254,100 | $188,900 | $65,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
H
Seller's Agent in 2020
Howard Rock
Rock Real Estate
(617) 319-9119
-
Susan Gormady
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Susan Gormady
Classified Realty Group
(617) 212-6301
98 in this area
240 Total Sales
-
John Mahoney
J
Seller's Agent in 2017
John Mahoney
Streetcar Realty
(617) 845-8884
2 in this area
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72654618
APN: READ-000029-000000-000069
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