98 John Carver Rd, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • Birch Meadow
$682,000
Est. $4,344/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,874
Sq Ft
$364
Price/Sq Ft
0.35
Acres
1952
Year Built
3
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 15, 2025 • MLS# 73414623 Copied!

About this home

LOCATION++ If you’re looking for a home to make your own now or to invest in one for the future and located in the desirable Birch Meadow neighborhood with a short walk to three schools; YMCA fitness center, gymnasium, and pool; or recreational areas with jogging and walking trails, playground areas, tennis and basketball courts, this Cape-style home checks all those boxes … and more. Featuring 3 bedrooms (one on the first floor and two front-to-back on the second floor) and 2 full baths, this home offers a heated family room in walk-out lower level, spacious deck for entertaining or relaxing, and patio in private rear yard bordered by Higgins Farm conservation area and fencing on two sides. Recent updates include second floor bathroom, oil tank, and paved driveway. It’s a commuter’s dream with quick access to Routes 93, 28, 95, 129 and downtown train to Boston. Convenient to shops, restaurants, library, parks, Burbank Ice Arena, and so much more!! Showings start 8/16 by appointment.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1952
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,874 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,000
Final Sale Price: $682,000
Difference: $17,000 (-2.4%)
Performance Metrics
97.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $373
Sale $/sq ft: $364
This property sold for $364 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.4% below the original asking price.

With only 3 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 1952
Living Area 1,874 sq ft
Lot Size 0.35 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range
Fireplace Living Room
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $8,349
Assessed Value $733,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Range
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1952
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Oil
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Frontage: 80.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

Birch Meadow

98 John Carver Rd, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Reading School District local
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
0.2 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
0.3 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.0 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
1.3 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
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.4 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
1.5 mi | #93 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
388 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.4 mi | #43 of 352 | Score: 58.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-0.1 below state avg
405 students Less Diverse
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
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
0.7 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.3 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

19.7%
Price Range
4
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73465308
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Currently Listed
Jan 5, 2026
$849,000
MLS #73465308 - Active
Sold
Oct 9, 2025
$682,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 4
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Listed for Sale
Aug 15, 2025
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: Holly Welch Office: Churchill Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 6, 2026 Sold $849,000
Aug 15, 2025 New Listing Added $699,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
3 days
Price per Sq Ft
$364

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,349 $733,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,349
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$733,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Holly Welch
Listing Office Churchill Properties
Agent MLS ID B8000893
Office MLS ID AN6958
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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