$875,000
SOLD JUN 24, 2025

79 Martin Rd Reading, MA 01867

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,200 Sq Ft
0.52 Acres

Recently Sold

$398 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • Birch Meadow Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Living Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of June 2025

Here is the popular sought after Birchmeadow nbhd you have longed for. Bring the inlaws, the aupair, the blended family, there is room for everyone. Yes the paint colors are bright, the floors could use a buffing, and the yard screams for a pool, but the curb appeal,nbhd and yard gently invite you to explore your creative self. The main level features 7 rm, 3br, frpl. living room, kitchen,dining room and an additional room off kitchen that could be home office,den your choice .This leads out to a sizeable deck overlooking a very large yard.The 1st level has so many options. Perfect for mom/ dad, older kids, aupair or your own entertainment . It features a full 2nd kitchen, a firplace family room,dining room, bedroom and direct access to garage and walk out to yard.This is the one that you will make your own and be so thankful you had the foresight to imagine your future with your creative ideas. CLOSE PROXITY TO ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE , HIGH SCHOOLS,YMCA & PARKS MAKE IT A 5? HOME!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bobbie Botticelli

Colonial Manor Realty Listed on: 04/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Tzortzis Lane Group

Coldwell Banker Realty - Ipswich

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,500

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Corner Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned SF

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Picture Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Bonus Room
  • Play Room
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Second Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Call Supt Elementary And Middle School
  • RMHS High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 5 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 736752

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Nbhd Subdivision

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,500

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Split Entry
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Subdivision Name: Nbhd
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Compensation Offered but Not in MLS
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen, Bedroom, Play Room, Bonus Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Second Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 110
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 143
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 90
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Basement
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 168
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Washer Hookup
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 121
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Family Room Area: 192
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Area: 143
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Area: 238
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1732
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 468
  • Living Area: 2200
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: B32911
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 374.95
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 397.73
  • MAIN SO: AN6181
  • Insulation: Fiberglass

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • SEWAGE DISTRICT: MWRA
  • HEAT ZONES: 5
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 736752
  • Zoning: SF
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cleared
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.52
  • Lot Size Area: 0.52
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 22455
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 00

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9500
  • Tax Book Number: 00

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

MLS Schools

  • High School: Rmhs
  • Elementary School: Call Supt
  • Middle Or Junior School: Call Supt

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2025
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Robin M Serrentino 2017 T M and Robin Serrentino
Bought by
Rosnov-Dundin Elena M
Seller's Agent
Bobbie Botticelli
Colonial Manor Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tzortzis Lane Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Ipswich
List Price
$824,900
Sold Price
$875,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
6.07%
Views
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.70%
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Outstanding Balance
$573,933
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$268,301

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2017
Sold by
Serrentino Robin M
Bought by
Robin M Serrentino 201 M and Robin Serrentino

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2013
Sold by
Serrentino Robin
Bought by
-Serrentino Robin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,800
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $875,000 None Available
Deed $875,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $575,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $575,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $81,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $370,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $139,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $208,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $192,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $85,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Sold $875,000 +6.1% $398 / Sq Ft
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2025 04/22/25 For Sale $824,900 -- $375 / 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 $9,500 $834,100 $528,900 $305,200
2024 $9,391 $801,300 $508,100 $293,200
2023 $9,098 $722,600 $458,100 $264,500
2022 $8,759 $657,100 $416,500 $240,600
2021 $6,509 $631,000 $399,100 $231,900
2020 $8,377 $600,500 $379,700 $220,800
2019 $10,670 $572,000 $361,700 $210,300
2018 $7,483 $539,500 $341,100 $198,400
2017 $19,301 $509,000 $321,800 $187,200
2016 $7,336 $505,900 $322,300 $183,600
2015 $6,862 $466,800 $297,800 $169,000
2014 $6,648 $451,000 $287,700 $163,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73362433

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000038-000000-000111