Seller's Agent in 2023
Suzanne Koller
Compass
(617) 799-5913
2 in this area
580 Total Sales
97 Pleasant St Reading, MA 01867
Estimated Value: $1,278,000 - $1,353,743
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,043
Sq Ft
$434/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Colonial Architecture
- J. Warren Killam Elementary School Rated A-
- Granite Flooring
- Property is near public transit and schools
About This Home
As of November 2023The iconic Octagon House, Dr. Horace Wakefield House, is a landmark in Reading Center! If you are a historic home lover like me, this house will completely amaze you! The details + special features are unlike anything else. The exterior first impression is the first clue; porches & eaves have heavy zigzag trim + brackets, some of which have carvings resembling gargoyles. A side screen porch is a favorite spot! Step inside to find a stunning foyer w/ gracious curved staircase, the site of many prom & wedding photos. Every room beyond is unique & has beautiful trim details & true craftsmanship that will always look amazing. High ceilings & quarter-sawn oak floors add to the grandeur. And if these walls could talk - a bookcase on the 2nd floor reveals a hidden staircase to a third-floor cupola, designed to be used for the Underground Railroad. For today's lifestyle, the kitchen is updated w/ maple cabinets, stainless appliances & huge island, mudroom w/ radiant heat, etc. SO much to love!
Last Buyer's Agent
Amy Frizzi
Ivy Realty Group
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,906
Year Built
- Built in 1860
Lot Details
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned S15
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Italianate Architecture
- Antique Architecture
- Gothic Architecture
- Octagon House
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,043 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- 1 Fireplace
- Stained Glass
- Arched Doorways
- Mud Room
- Library
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Granite
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Pedestal Sink
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
Schools
- Killam Elementary School
- Parker Middle School
- Reading High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 4 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Connected
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 733270
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Hunt Memorial Park Subdivision
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 1998
Sold by
Adams Donna E
Bought by
Durham Andrea A and Jessen Karlin B
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Andrea A | $275,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Durham Andrea A | $217,000 | |
| Closed | Durham Andrea A | $220,000 | |
| Closed | Durham Andrea A | $205,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2023 11/02/23 | Sold | $1,300,000 | +14.2% | $427 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2023 08/22/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/16/2023 08/16/23 | For Sale | $1,138,000 | -- | $374 / 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 | $12,265 | $1,076,800 | $424,600 | $652,200 |
| 2024 | $10,092 | $861,100 | $399,300 | $461,800 |
| 2023 | $9,906 | $786,800 | $364,400 | $422,400 |
| 2022 | $9,139 | $685,600 | $316,900 | $368,700 |
| 2021 | $5,934 | $633,500 | $290,300 | $343,200 |
| 2020 | $5,746 | $603,300 | $276,300 | $327,000 |
| 2019 | $5,444 | $575,600 | $263,400 | $312,200 |
| 2018 | $7,154 | $538,300 | $246,100 | $292,200 |
| 2017 | $7,251 | $516,800 | $234,100 | $282,700 |
| 2016 | $6,612 | $456,000 | $221,300 | $234,700 |
| 2015 | $6,637 | $451,500 | $210,700 | $240,800 |
| 2014 | $6,403 | $434,400 | $200,700 | $233,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Suzanne Koller
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Amy Frizzi
Ivy Realty Group
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73148987
APN: READ-000022-000000-000017
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