NOT LISTED FOR SALE

85 High St Reading, MA 01867

Estimated Value: $705,079 - $762,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,365 Sq Ft
$532/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 10, 2015

Last sale price $376,000 $275 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,653/month

7 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2015

Well maintained 4 bedroom full shed cape within seconds to downtown and the commuter rail. This home features a fireplace living room, hardwood throughout the first floor, and a versatile floor plan that can accommodate any family. Use one of the first floor bedrooms as an office, formal dining room, or as a first floor master. On the second floor you will find two large bedrooms, one of which has duel closets. The patio is perfect for those that like to entertain outdoors in warmer months. Partially fenced-in yard for all those dog lovers. Recent updates include the forced hot air by gas furnace (2014), gas hot water tank (2014), Bathroom with tile floor and tile tub + shower stall (2014), and exterior paint (2014). ***Open house Sunday 3/29 from 1pm-3pm***

Last Listed By

Jeffrey Borstell

J. Borstell Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 03/26/2015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,266

Year Built

1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Gentle Slope
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1956

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: No
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Electric: 100 Amps
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 15X13
  • Bedroom 3: First Floor, 13X12
  • Bedroom 4: First Floor, 11X8
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 13X11
  • Living Room: First Floor, 18X13
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 17X12
  • Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Clapboard, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2013
Sold by
Judy E Forester Lt and Forester
Bought by
Forester Judy E
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$726,520

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
3.54%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2011
Sold by
Forester Judy E
Bought by
Judy E Forester Lt and Fprester

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2010
Sold by
Judy E Forester Lt and Forester
Bought by
Forester Judy E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,200
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2009
Sold by
Forester Judy E and Mcisaac Judy E
Bought by
Forester Tr Judy E and Forester Donald A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 1995
Sold by
Henchey Harold L and Henchey Jane A
Bought by
Mcisaac Judy E

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Forester Judy E -- --
Judy E Forester Lt -- --
Forester Judy E -- --
Forester Tr Judy E -- --
Mcisaac Judy E $143,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Nolan Tracy $284,000
Closed Tyndall 3Rd Charles H $339,500
Closed Forester Judy E $175,000
Previous Owner Mcisaac Judy E $175,000
Previous Owner Forester Judy E $175,200
Previous Owner Mcisaac Judy E $138,000
Previous Owner Mcisaac Judy E $122,000
Previous Owner Mcisaac Judy E $125,000
Previous Owner Mcisaac Judy E $110,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/10/2015 06/10/15 Sold $376,000 +1.6% $275 / Sq Ft
04/02/2015 04/02/15 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2015 03/26/15 For Sale $369,900 +5.7% $271 / Sq Ft
04/04/2014 04/04/14 Sold $350,000 0.0% $256 / Sq Ft
03/03/2014 03/03/14 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2014 02/26/14 Price Changed $349,900 -2.8% $256 / Sq Ft
02/12/2014 02/12/14 For Sale $359,900 -- $264 / 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 $7,266 $637,900 $409,200 $228,700
2024 $7,182 $612,800 $393,100 $219,700
2023 $6,958 $552,700 $354,400 $198,300
2022 $6,700 $502,600 $322,200 $180,400
2021 $6,473 $468,700 $304,500 $164,200
2020 $2,401 $453,500 $294,600 $158,900
2019 $6,129 $430,700 $279,800 $150,900
2018 $5,472 $394,500 $256,200 $138,300
2017 $2,125 $381,300 $247,600 $133,700
2016 $4,942 $340,800 $213,100 $127,700
2015 -- $324,600 $203,000 $121,600
2014 $4,558 $309,200 $193,300 $115,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71807392

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000016-000000-000390