$350,000
SOLD APR 4, 2014

85 High St Reading, MA 01867

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,365 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$256 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

19 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2015

Convenient West Side Location offering ease of access to commuter rail, library,trendy new shops and restaurants, and much more! First floor offers sparkling white kitchen with new appliances, sunny living room which overlooks patio and spacious yard, bedroom, dining room ( which could be used as master bedroom or family room) and beautifully updated full bath.Second level has 2 large bedrooms with new carpeting and ample closets.Additional storage in walk in eaves. Brand NEW HEATING SYSTEM! INTERIOR JUST PAINTED. All you need to do is move in and enjoy !!! This Dormered Cape is a FANTASTIC condo alternative.. why pay huge condo fees ??? OH YES, READING RECENTLY VOTED IN AS ONE OF TOP TEN BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN MASSACHUSETTS !!!! ( for so many reasons)!!! TO FIND A HOUSE LIKE THIS THAT'S NOT A FIXER UPPER IN READING ... WOW!!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Akerblom-Horne

Premier Realty Group, Inc. License #448500596

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeffrey Borstell

J. Borstell Real Estate, Inc.

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
19
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

Map

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,266

Year Built

1956

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Paved Drive
  • 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, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Storm Windows, Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Insulation: Fiberglass
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 15X12
  • Bedroom 3: First Floor, 11X11
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 13X10
  • Laundry Room: First Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor, 15X13
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 17X12
  • Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 15X12

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Storage Shed
  • Foundation: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $143,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $284,000 New Conventional
Closed $339,500 New Conventional
Closed $175,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $175,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $175,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $138,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $122,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $125,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $110,000 No Value Available
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

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

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71632767

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000016-000000-000390

Massachusetts Middlesex County Reading 01867

85 High St, Reading, MA

Homes for Sale in Reading, MA

This home is located at 85 High St, Reading, MA 01867 and is currently priced at $350,000, approximately $256 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 85 High St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Birch Meadow Elementary School, Walter S. Parker Middle School, and Reading Memorial High School.

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