FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub
LevelSecond
868 Main St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$700,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$749,900
Final Sale Price:
$700,000
Difference:
$49,900 (-6.7%)
Performance Metrics
93.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
90
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$466
Sale $/sq ft:
$435
This property sold for $435 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.7% below the original asking price.
The property spent 90 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$435/sq ft
Area Median
$432/sq ft
Difference
+0.7%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Spacious 3 bed 2 bath farmhouse colonial with hardwood floors throughout, renovated & fresh boldly painted interiors, where classic charm meets modern comfort. Upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms with abundant closet space, convenient 2nd floor washer & dryer, an incredible bathroom suite with tiled shower, soaking tub & storage area. Level one features an inviting open concept high ceilinged family room & delightfully ample dining area as well as a great room with formal foyer & main staircase. Second staircase leads to modern kitchen boasting stone counters, stainless steel appliances & upgraded cabinetry. Step through slider to a peaceful patio & generously sized fenced-in backyard, perfect for outdoor living & gatherings. Newer heating system, roof, electrical, plumbing, impressive proactive basement reinforcement work, nothing to do but move in! Easy access to Rt 95/128 & 93, best of both worlds: a tranquil retreat & quick access to everything!
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Property History
Market Insights
12.4%
Price Range
59
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73563016
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 13, 2026
$799,000
MLS #73563016 - Active
Sold
Feb 20, 2024
$700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 59
Listed for Sale
Nov 1, 2023
$729,900
Original listing
Agent: Patricia Nunez
Office: Redfin Corp.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $799,000 | - | - | MLS #73563016 - Active |
| 02/20/2024 | ✓ Sold | $700,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 11/01/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $729,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,341 | $583,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,341
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$583,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,609 sq ft
Lot Size
0.31 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Walk-out Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
Laundry
Second Floor
Features
Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial, Farmhouse
Roof
Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts, 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,341
Assessed Value
$583,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Buyer And Buyers Agent To Verify All Information And Perform Their Own Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Tan
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Measurements are approximate and need to be verified by the buyer.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
59 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,609 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Basement:
Walk-Out Access, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
Laundry:
Second Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial, Farmhouse
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Gentle Sloping
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
Elementary Schools
6 schools
RISE PreSchool
0.4 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.7 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
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.0 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
Alice M Barrows School
1.3 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
Joshua Eaton School
1.3 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
1.6 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
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
0.8 mi
|
#62 of 352
|
Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.4 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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Neighborhood
868 Main St, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Patricia Nunez
Listing Office
Redfin Corp.
Office Phone
617-340-7803
Agent MLS ID
CN206323
Office MLS ID
NB3534
Listing Data Updated
Feb 20, 2024 4:32 PM 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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