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Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Hennessey
Mary Hennessey R.E.
96 West St Reading, MA 01867
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,384
Sq Ft
8,420
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Scenic Views
- Open Floorplan
- Deck
- Alice M. Barrows Elementary School Rated A-
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of April 2025Home Sweet Adorable Home! Updated and immaculate 2 bed Cape located on a sunny corner lot w/a fully fenced backyard, garage, makerspace + shed. Stylish stainless steel kitchen featuring quality cabinets and appliances opens via the breakfast bar into the full sized, wainscotted dining room. Large living room with working fireplace and 3 brilliant exposures completes the 1st floor Upstairs are 2 perfect bedrooms and an updated full bath. Gleaming hardwood floors and crown moldings abound, as do closets.There's a casual family room downstairs, and the other side of the basement houses the utilities, a full sized washer/dryer, storage+a bulkhead walkout. Established landscaping ensures that your front yard is bursting with blooming plants and your expansive back yard w/huge deck is fully fenced for kids+dogs(+ cookouts) Full sized garage has been customized to include a maker space, and the side entrances are inside the fence and fully covered. Shown by appoinment-there are NO open houses
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mary Hennessey
Mary Hennessey R.E. Listed on: 04/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,566
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 8,420 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned S15
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Heated Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Deeded Parking
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Beamed Ceilings
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Scenic Vista Views
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Dual Closets
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
- Breezeway
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Barrows Elementary School
- Parker Middle School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Heating
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Steam
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:010.000000157.0,731820
Community Details
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2025
Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Austin Gladie and Newell Patricia
Bought by
Carol Henry Ret and Henry
Seller's Agent
Mary Hennessey
Mary Hennessey R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Margaret O'Sullivan
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
7.86%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,824
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 2014
Sold by
Austin Gladie
Bought by
Austin Gladie and Newell Patricia
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 30, 2013
Closed on
Dec 13, 2013
Sold by
Teplitsky Jacquelyn G and Teplitsky Tyson M
Bought by
Austin Gladie
Seller's Agent
Chuha & Scouten Team
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Shepard
Charles River Properties, LLC
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.90%
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2009
Sold by
Papantonakis John N
Bought by
Teplitsky Jacquelyn G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,841
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 2008
Sold by
Lahiff Kathleen P and Kelly Michael R
Bought by
Papantonakis John N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 1993
Sold by
Hart Gary J and Hart Anne S
Bought by
Fitzgerald Paul and Fitzgerald Katharine T
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $700,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $355,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $355,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $355,000 | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | $340,000 | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | $340,000 | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | $340,000 | -- | |
| Land Court Massachusetts | $340,000 | -- | |
| Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii | $149,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $333,841 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $272,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Sold | $700,000 | +7.9% | $506 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/06/2025 04/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | For Sale | $649,000 | +82.8% | $469 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2013 12/13/13 | Sold | $355,000 | 0.0% | $267 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/18/2013 11/18/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/05/2013 11/05/13 | Off Market | $355,000 | -- | -- | |
| 10/30/2013 10/30/13 | For Sale | $359,900 | -- | $271 / 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 | $7,566 | $664,300 | $411,100 | $253,200 |
| 2024 | $7,479 | $638,100 | $394,900 | $243,200 |
| 2023 | $7,244 | $575,400 | $356,100 | $219,300 |
| 2022 | $6,974 | $523,200 | $323,700 | $199,500 |
| 2021 | $4,198 | $487,400 | $305,900 | $181,500 |
| 2020 | $3,980 | $471,700 | $296,000 | $175,700 |
| 2019 | $6,374 | $447,900 | $281,100 | $166,800 |
| 2018 | $5,691 | $410,300 | $257,400 | $152,900 |
| 2017 | $5,561 | $396,400 | $248,700 | $147,700 |
| 2016 | $5,156 | $355,600 | $214,100 | $141,500 |
| 2015 | $4,979 | $338,700 | $203,900 | $134,800 |
| 2014 | $4,755 | $322,600 | $194,200 | $128,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Margaret O'Sullivan
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Margaret O'Sullivan
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(781) 439-2566
41 in this area
94 Total Sales
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Chuha & Scouten Team
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Seller's Agent in 2013
Chuha & Scouten Team
Leading Edge Real Estate
32 in this area
129 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2013
Suzanne Shepard
Charles River Properties, LLC
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73354113
APN: READ-000010-000000-000157
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