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Sold on 03/24/2020

178 South St, Reading, MA 01867

$1,395,000

Last sold 03/24/2020 for $950K

  • 4

    bed

  • 3.5

    bath

  • 3,542

    Sqft ($268/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 178 South St

Property type House
Year built 1765
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.82 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Don't Let Days on Market Fool you! This home is stunning! ~A GEORGIAN COLONIAL~ The JOSEPH DAMON HOUSE does not disappoint!! There is (EVEN IN-LAW POTENTIAL!!) The Charm of an antique home w/stunning wood beams, builtins, fireplaces in many rooms, yet the modern amenities that the most discerning buyer is looking for. GRANITE ISLAND, SUB ZERO REFRIGERATOR, SURROUND SOUND, Double Ovens, dual washing machines. A Custom BUTLERS PANTRY. HISTORY BUFFS DON'T PASS GO!! You can Relax or entertain in your large FAMILY ROOM addition which flows seamlessly onto your HUGE MAHOGANY DECK & sits in the HUB of the home and serves as an excellent entertaining space. This oasis overlooks the YARD OF YOUR DREAMS on an expansive 0.82 ACRES!! The DAMON has a Huge 1st FLOOR Master ensuite & a 2nd FLOOR Master BR w/ 2nd laundry! If space is something you are looking for, the expansive BARN has lots of space to play or entertain in, plus a home office!! GREAT COMMUTER LOCATION!! 12 ML to BOSTON!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Katie Varney
Listing Office - Classified Realty Group, LLC
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#72518154 • last updated 6 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 6 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Colonial, Antique, Saltbox, Georgian
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 72518154
SqFt 3542
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.82
Property Tax 12004
Year Built 1765
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 3
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Upgraded, Main Level
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
Primary Bathroom Yes
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
# Half Baths 1
Primary Bedroom Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider
Bedroom 3 Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Beamed, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Dressing Room, Remodeled
Bedroom 4 Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Total # of Bedrooms 4
Total # of Rooms 12
Add'l Room 3 Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room
Family Room Bathroom - Half, Ceiling - Vaulted, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
Add'l Room 2 Second Master Bedroom
Laundry Flooring - Hardwood, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Remodeled
Kitchen Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Slider
Dining Room Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
Add'l Room 4 Office, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Add'l Room 1 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom
Basement Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
# Fireplaces 5
Interior Features Fireplace, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Wired for Surround Sound
Exterior
Foundation Fieldstone
Exterior Wood
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Construction Post & Beam
Garage/ Parking Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage
Parking Desc Off-Street
# Parking Spaces 6
# Garage Spaces 2
Exterior Features Porch, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Lot Desc Paved Drive, Cleared
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Insulated Windows
Electricity 220 Volts
Utility Connections For Electric Range
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School
Location
Neighborhood WEST SIDE
County Middlesex
Middle School Parker
Elementary School CALL SUPT
High School Reading High
APN M:003.0-0000-0054.0, 730310
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public
$1.39M
Range: $1.07M-$1.71M
Last 30 days 
  • Mar 2020
    mls logo MLS # 72518154
  • Mar 24, 2020 Sold
    $950,500 (-4.8%)
  • Jan 29, 2020 Under Agreement
  • Jan 19, 2020 Contingent
  • Jan 10, 2020 Price Changed
    $998,900
  • Sep 3, 2019 Back On Market
  • Aug 16, 2019 Temporarily Withdrawn
  • Aug 13, 2019 Under Agreement
  • Jul 30, 2019 Contingent
  • Jun 13, 2019 Listed
    $999,000 (-9.2%)
  • Jun 2019
    mls logo MLS # 72511252
  • Jun 3, 2019 Listed
    $1,100,000 (-6.4%)
  • Feb 2019
    mls logo MLS # 72405926
  • Feb 6, 2019 Reactivated
  • Oct 4, 2018 Listed
    $1,175,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $12,934 +1.1%
    $1,135,600 +4.0%
  • 2024
    $12,797 +3.0%
    $1,091,900 +10.62%
  • 2023
    $12,428 +3.6%
    $987,100 +9.71%
  • 2022
    $11,993 -6.5%
    $899,700 -3.1%
  • 2021
    $12,823 +3.9%
    $928,500 +4.96%
  • 2020
    $12,340 +2.8%
    $884,600 +4.86%
  • 2019
    $12,004 +8.6%
    $843,600 +5.87%
  • 2018
    $11,052 +4.6%
    $796,800 +5.84%
  • 2017
    $10,562 +5.1%
    $752,800
  • 2016
    $10,046 +3.4%
  • 2015
    $9,712
  • 178 South St
    $950K
  • 01867
    $809K -1% y/y
  • Reading
    $969K +21% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
186 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,247,000 5/3 2,601 0.02
217 Walnut St, Reading, MA 01867 $949,000 3/2 1,638 0.03
181 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,593,000 5/4 5,373 0.03
170 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,017,000 4/1 2,636 0.03
177 Pine Ridge Rd, Reading, MA 01867 $989,000 3/2 2,351 0.04
224 Walnut St, Reading, MA 01867 $975,000 3/2 2,353 0.04
189 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,212,000 4/2 2,629 0.04
171 Pine Ridge Rd, Reading, MA 01867 $1,095,000 3/2 2,368 0.05

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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Joshua Eaton Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Reading School District
8/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Reading School District
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
public Grades 9-12
Reading School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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