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247 South St, Reading, MA 01867

$1,235,000

Last sold 03/03/2005 for $639K

  • 4

    bed

  • 2.5

    bath

  • 2,324

    Sqft ($275/Sqft)

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About 247 South St

Property type House
Year built 1950
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.35 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 1 garage spaces
Property description
Finally, the West Side 4 bdrm, 2.5 ba colonial you've been dreaming of! In The Joshua Eaton School District, this perfectly located home offers easy access to major routes, shopping, train, schools & park. Sitting pretty in a stunning shade of blue, you will breathe a sigh of joy while standing on the expansive & beautiful mahogany deck overlooking the large, level, & private back yard. Entertaining, or everyday play is easy here...the flow is PERFECTION! The fam rm addition is spacious & classy with it's built-ins, 2 sets of French atriums, & granite topped wet bar. The "formal" areas with the charm & character you'd expect, combine flawlessly with today's colors & accents to create a comfortable & inviting atmosphere for quiet relaxation & holiday gatherings. A cozy enclosed porch is the ideal spot to start the day, or to end it with a favorite beverage...so nice! The master bdrm suite is OUTSTANDING...best you'll find...like a fine hotel! Updated systems & More. See it right away!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Rick Nazzaro
Listing Office - Colonial Manor Realty
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#71719267 • last updated 12 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 6 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Garrison
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 71719267
SqFt 2324
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.35
Property Tax 6737.65
Year Built 1950
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, French Doors, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
Primary Bathroom Yes
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
# Half Baths 1
Primary Bedroom Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 3 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access
Bedroom 2 Closet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Bedroom 4 Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Total # of Bedrooms 4
Total # of Rooms 8
Family Room Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, Wet Bar, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Kitchen Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting
Dining Room Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
Add'l Room 1 Play Room
# Fireplaces 1
Interior Features Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Available, Wetbar, French Doors
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete, Concrete Block
Exterior Shingles
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Construction Frame
Garage/ Parking Attached
Parking Desc Off-Street
# Parking Spaces 3
# Garage Spaces 1
Exterior Features Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Gutters, Screens, Garden Area
Lot Desc Paved Drive, Level
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Insulated Windows, Storm Doors
Electricity Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
Utility Connections For Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Utilities: Hot Water Oil, Tank
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Highway Access, Public School
Location
Neighborhood West Side
County Middlesex
Middle School Parker Middle
Elementary School Joshua Eaton
High School RMHS
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Public, Paved
$1.23M
Range: $1M-$1.46M
Last 30 days 
  • Jul 2014
    mls logo MLS # 71719267
  • Jul 25, 2014 Listed
    $619,900 (-3.1%)
  • Mar 2005
    Public Records
  • Mar 3, 2005 Sold
    $639,900
  • Mar 2005
    mls logo MLS # 70136446
  • Mar 2, 2005 Sold
    $639,900
  • Jan 17, 2005 Listed
    $639,900 (+124.6%)
  • May 1999
    mls logo MLS # 30291484
  • May 21, 1999 Sold
    $284,900 (-1.4%)
  • Feb 6, 1999 Listed
    $289,000 (+31.4%)
  • Jun 1995
    mls logo MLS # 30051340
  • Jun 7, 1995 Listed
    $219,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $11,703 +1.2%
    $1,027,500 +4.1%
  • 2024
    $11,568 +3.2%
    $987,000 +10.9%
  • 2023
    $11,205 +3.9%
    $890,000 +10.01%
  • 2022
    $10,784 +2.6%
    $809,000 +6.25%
  • 2021
    $10,515 +4.0%
    $761,400 +5.08%
  • 2020
    $10,108 +2.9%
    $724,600 +4.97%
  • 2019
    $9,823 +8.8%
    $690,300 +6.04%
  • 2018
    $9,029 +4.8%
    $651,000 +6.01%
  • 2017
    $8,616 +5.2%
    $614,100
  • 2016
    $8,187 +13.3%
    —
  • 2015
    $7,224
    —
  • 247 South St
    $639K
  • —
  • 01867
    $809K -1% y/y
  • Reading
    $849K -4% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
243 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $895,000 2/1 1,636 0.02
253 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,158,000 4/1 2,052 0.02
250 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,020,000 3/2 1,928 0.02
252 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $915,000 3/1 1,752 0.03
6 Heather Dr, Reading, MA 01867 $1,103,000 4/2 2,303 0.03
257 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,891,000 4/2 4,953 0.04
238 South St, Reading, MA 01867 $1,012,000 4/2 1,919 0.04
33 Curtis St, Reading, MA 01867 $949,000 3/1 1,747 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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