81 Walnut St Reading, MA 01867
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,480
Sq Ft
0.35
Acres
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- 2 Fireplaces
- No HOA
- Joshua Eaton Elementary School Rated A-
- Corner Lot
- Home Office
About This Home
As of February 2025Bring this wonderful home back to its glory! Spacious colonial with an oversized farmers porch situated perfectly on a corner lot. Eat in kitchen with upgraded countertops, front to back living room, leading to enclosed porch, dedicated dining room, bedroom, full bath and office on the first floor. Large bedrooms and 2 full baths on the second floor. Full basement provides expansion potential with walkout to the back yard. Two car garage and mature plants add to the appeal. Home needs work and will not qualify for FHA or VA financing. Must be in MLS for a minimum of 10 days before offer review.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,561
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- 0.35 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Property is zoned S15
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Driveway
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,480 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Home Office
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:007.000000169.0,731134
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 2024
Sold by
Fitzgerald Thomas P and Bank Of New York Mellon
Bought by
Cwabs Inc and Bk Of Ny Mellon Tr
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 1998
Sold by
Marvin John D and Marvin Emilie
Bought by
Fitzgerald Thomas P and Fitzgerald Patricia P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 17, 1994
Sold by
Kelliher Francis J and Kelliher Barbara A
Bought by
Martin John D and Harrington Emilie
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreclosure Deed | $817,967 | None Available | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $817,967 | None Available | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $817,967 | None Available | |
| Deed | $380,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $275,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,072,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,072,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $897,800 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $630,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $560,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $16,634 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $450,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | Sold | $1,420,000 | +1.5% | $499 / Sq Ft |
| 01/16/2025 01/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/16/2025 01/16/25 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | +65.6% | $492 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2024 10/23/24 | Sold | $845,000 | -1.7% | $341 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2024 09/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2024 09/05/24 | For Sale | $859,900 | -- | $347 / 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 | $10,684 | $938,000 | $501,000 | $437,000 |
| 2024 | $10,561 | $901,100 | $481,300 | $419,800 |
| 2023 | $10,228 | $812,400 | $433,900 | $378,500 |
| 2022 | $9,846 | $738,600 | $394,500 | $344,100 |
| 2021 | $16,556 | $708,100 | $378,000 | $330,100 |
| 2020 | $9,400 | $673,800 | $359,700 | $314,100 |
| 2019 | $9,133 | $641,800 | $342,600 | $299,200 |
| 2018 | $8,394 | $605,200 | $323,100 | $282,100 |
| 2017 | $8,011 | $571,000 | $304,800 | $266,200 |
| 2016 | $8,362 | $576,700 | $305,300 | $271,400 |
| 2015 | $7,834 | $532,900 | $282,100 | $250,800 |
| 2014 | $7,590 | $514,900 | $272,500 | $242,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kimberly Dowling
Vylla Home
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Susan Gormady
Classified Realty Group
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73285994
APN: READ-000007-000000-000169
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