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  • Bedroom
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51 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867

  • $810,000

    Last sold 05/06/2024 for $805K

  • 3

    bed

  • 1

    bath

  • 1,560

    Sqft ($516/Sqft)

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About 51 Forest St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1955
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.3 Acre
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Rental estimate
Property description
Nestled in Birch Meadow, a beloved enclave in Reading, discover a charming 3-bedroom ranch bathed in sunlight on a lush 0.3-acre fenced in lot. Inside, hardwood floors grace the living space, accented by a snug wood-burning fireplace and ample windows. The kitchen boasts modernity with custom cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless-steel new appliances, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and onto the expansive composite deck, perfect for gatherings. Beyond, a fenced yard invites outdoor bliss and future expansion opportunities. A finished basement, with plush new carpeting, offers versatility as a playroom, gym, or home office, along with a new and inviting laundry room.. Enjoy modern comforts with newer HVAC, fresh exterior paint, replacement windows, and an irrigation system, all crowned by the coveted amenity of central air. Convenience is key, with proximity to Boston, a commuter rail mere minutes away, and schools within strolling distance.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Carol Korbman
Listing Office - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#73231557 • last updated 2 years ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Forced Air, Oil
Levels/Style Ranch
MLS # 73231557
Type Residential
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 1560
Lot Size (SqFt) 13051
Lot Size (Acres) 0.3
Annual Property Tax 8202.83
Year Built 1955
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 1
# Full Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Total # of Rooms 7
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
# Fireplaces 1
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Roof Shingle
Construction Frame
Parking Desc Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
# Parking Spaces 6
Exterior Features Deck, Deck - Composite, Storage, Sprinkler System
Patio/ Porch Deck, Deck - Composite
Lot Desc Level
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Public Sewer
Utilities For Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source Public
Location
County Middlesex
Community Features Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Subdivision Birch Meadow
Elementary School Birch Meadow
Middle School Coolidge
High School Rmhs
Zoning S15
APN 736926
Directions Use GPS
$810K
Range: $737K-$882K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $4,148/month
Gross rent multiplier: 14.6
  • Jun 2024
    mls logo MLS # 73231557
  • Jun 11, 2024 Sold
    $805,000 (+10.4%)
  • May 7, 2024 Active
  • May 1, 2024 Listed
    $729,000 (+32.5%)
  • Jun 2020
    mls logo MLS # 72666588
  • Jun 3, 2020 Listed
    $549,999 (+31.0%)
  • May 2015
    mls logo MLS # 71845975
  • May 28, 2015 Listed
    $419,900 (+31.6%)
  • Jun 2006
    mls logo MLS # 70410601
  • Jun 21, 2006 Listed
    $319,000
  • 51 Forest St
    $805K
  • Birch Meadow
  • 01867
    $809K -1% y/y
  • Reading
    $912K -1% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
41 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867 $809,000 3/2 1,526 0.02
55 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867 $903,000 3/1 1,743 0.02
16 Van Norden Rd, Reading, MA 01867 $1,606,000 4/3 3,697 0.02
50 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867 $796,000 3/2 1,493 0.03
56 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867 $955,000 4/1 1,986 0.03
44 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867 $932,000 5/3 1,701 0.04
24 Van Norden Rd, Reading, MA 01867 $880,000 2/1 1,902 0.04
63 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867 $857,000 4/2 2,276 0.04

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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