472 Summer Ave, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$610,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,400
Sq Ft
$254
Price/Sq Ft
0.78
Acres
1830
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
10
Days on Market
Sold Listed Oct 19, 2024 • MLS# 73304283 Copied! • Updated Dec 6, 2024

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $610,000
Difference: $89,900 (-12.8%)
Performance Metrics
87.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $292
Sale $/sq ft: $254
This property sold for $254 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.8% below the original asking price.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$254/sq ft
Area Median
$552/sq ft
Difference
54.0%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

This 1830's Greek revival home is ready for the next generations to update and enjoy this unique property. The home is in need of renovation, perfect for a Contractor looking for a Winter project. The house is directly across the street from Leach Park and we are just a mile to the Reading Commuter Rail. Two car detached Garage, a nice yard and a fantastic location......

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Property History

Market Insights

71.6%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73582457
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Sep 24, 2026
$2,149,000
MLS #73582457 - Active
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Sold
Dec 5, 2024
$610,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Oct 19, 2024
$699,900
Original listing

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $9,703 $827,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,703
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$827,900

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1830
Living Area 2,400 sq ft
Lot Size 0.78 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
Fireplace Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry First Floor
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office-separate Entry, Entry Hall

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Greek Revival, Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces 8
Electric Circuit Breakers, Knob & Tube Wiring
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $9,703
Assessed Value $827,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Seller Has Never Lived In The Property. Home Is Sold As Is. Will Not Qualify For Fha. Knob And Tube Wiring Is Visible.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color green
Sq Ft Source Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures Measurements are approximate.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1830
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Home Office-Separate Entry, Entry Hall
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Greek Revival, Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1830
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Irregular

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Level, Steep Slope
Road Frontage: 165.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
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+
Joshua Eaton School
0.4 mi | #83 of 825 | Score: 60.1
Improved 44 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
401 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.2 mi | #155 of 825 | Score: 56.8
Dropped 79 spots from last year
-1.4 below state avg
368 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
1.7 mi
100 students Moderate
Grades PK
B+
Birch Meadow School
1.9 mi | #255 of 825 | Score: 52.2
Dropped 175 spots from last year
-6 below state avg
346 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
2.2 mi | #92 of 825 | Score: 59.7
Improved 20 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
400 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Wood End Elementary School
2.9 mi | #269 of 825 | Score: 51.7
Dropped 186 spots from last year
-6.5 below state avg
231 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.9 mi | #63 of 352 | Score: 54.6
Dropped 27 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
533 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.9 mi | #43 of 352 | Score: 58.3
Improved 32 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
417 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.8 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.7 mi | #63 of 346 | Score: 65.6
Dropped 3 spots from last year
+7.4 above state avg
1,066 students Moderate
18 sports • 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

472 Summer Ave, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Agent Dale Brousseau
Listing Office Trinity Real Estate
Office Phone 781-231-9800
Agent MLS ID B9500337
Office MLS ID AN6934
Listing Data Updated Dec 6, 2024 9:41 AM EST
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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