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147 Grove St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$745,000
Est. $4,680/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,501
Sq Ft
$496
Price/Sq Ft
0.50
Acres
1934
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 7, 2025 • MLS# 73323955 Copied!

About this home

This well-maintained cape offers a perfect blend of traditional charm and modern updates! You’ll love the classic features, including gleaming hardwood floors, built-ins, and the warmth of steam radiators throughout. The living room, complete with a woodstove, invites you to relax, while a versatile den and formal dining room provide ample space for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers plenty of cabinet storage, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar perfect for casual meals. There are two generous bedrooms and a nicely updated full tile bathroom upstairs, and the first floor bedroom and half bath provide added flexibility. The basement features a carpeted playroom along with a large storage area and laundry. Outside, the property offers an easy-to-maintain yard, leaving you more time to enjoy your surroundings. Two patios and seating areas are perfect for entertaining, and you’ll love the custom-built treehouse, a charming retreat for whatever your imagination dreams up.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1934
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,501 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $760,000
Final Sale Price: $745,000
Difference: $15,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $506
Sale $/sq ft: $496
This property sold for $496 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1934
Living Area 1,501 sq ft
Lot Size 0.50 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Breakfast Bar / Nook, Den, Office, Play Room, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $8,552
Assessed Value $729,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar / Nook, Den, Office, Play Room, High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1934
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Highway Access

Location

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Neighborhood

147 Grove St, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Reading School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.4% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School
5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

6 schools
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.5 mi | #240 of 824 | Score: 52.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
359 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
0.7 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
B+
Wood End Elementary School
1.1 mi | #275 of 824 | Score: 51.6
Dropped 192 spots from last year
-6.6 below state avg
236 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.1 mi | #158 of 824 | Score: 56.8
Dropped 82 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
365 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.7 mi | #94 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 18 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
406 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Joshua Eaton School
1.8 mi | #93 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
388 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.6 mi | #43 of 352 | Score: 58.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-0.1 below state avg
405 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.1 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.7 mi | #65 of 346 | Score: 65.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+6.8 above state avg
1,094 students Less Diverse
18 sports • 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

2%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 13, 2025
$745,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Jan 7, 2025
$760,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Hinchliffe Office: Today Real Estate, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 7, 2025 New Listing Added $760,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$496

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $8,552 $729,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,552
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$729,700

Listing Information

Listing Office Today Real Estate, Inc.
Agent MLS ID CN204035
Office MLS ID AN6664
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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