Super charming, this 3-bedroom Cape is sure to impress! The generously sized 1st floor offers a great floor plan. From the side entrance, welcome home into the mudroom ideal for coats & shoes then step into an updated Kitchen featuring newly installed quartz c-tops, gas cooking with range + a wall oven. Dine in kitchen with ample seating. The Living Room showcases hardwood floors, crown molding, & a wood-burning fireplace. 1st Floor Primary Bedroom includes a large walk-in closet, Laundry, & access to the full Bath w/whirlpool tub & double vanity. An additional ½ Bath completes the first floor. Upstairs find 2 spacious Bedrooms with ample storage. The walk-out lower-level Family Room adds bonus space ideal for a home office & a home gym with plenty of storage in the utility room & access to the 1 car Garage. Enjoy an expansive back yard. Additional features include newer windows, newer heating system & A/C. This prime location is close to the train, library, schools & local restaurants
Sold for $749,900
$749,900
157 Pearl St, Reading, MA 01867
3beds
1,834sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.29 Acres Lot
$752,200 Zestimate®
$409/sqft
$4,058 Estimated rent
Home value
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Wood-burning fireplaceNewer windowsCrown molding
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Listed by:
Theo Carmone 508-954-3740,
Colonial Manor Realty 781-944-6300
Bought with:
Stefanie Clifford
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73497777
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Exterior Access
- Level: Basement
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 24 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 200
- Dimensions: 20 x 10
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Closet - Walk-in, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Mud Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,834
- Total interior livable area: 1,834 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,532
- Finished area below ground: 302
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 736129
- Zoning: S15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $409/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $775,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,835
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- Exclusions: Refrigerator In Kitchen Is Excluded From The Sale
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Sold | $749,900$409/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497777 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Contingent | $749,900$409/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497777 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+40.2%$409/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497777 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2019 | Sold | $535,000+7%$292/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $499,900$273/sqft |
Source: Leading Edge Real Estate #72480078 Report a problem | ||
| 12/25/2016 | Listing removed | $2,600+4%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2016 | Listing removed | $499,900$273/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #72063678 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2016 | Price change | $499,900+0.2%$273/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #72063678 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2016 | Price change | $499,000-2.2%$272/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2016 | Listed for sale | $510,000+45.7%$278/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2015 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 12/15/2004 | Sold | $350,000$191/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,214 +0.2% | $721,200 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $8,196 +6.8% | $699,300 +14.8% |
| 2023 | $7,671 +5.3% | $609,300 +11.5% |
| 2022 | $7,284 +1.2% | $546,400 +4.8% |
| 2021 | $7,201 -3.7% | $521,400 -2.7% |
| 2020 | $7,476 +2.9% | $535,900 +5% |
| 2019 | $7,262 +9.8% | $510,300 +7% |
| 2018 | $6,612 +3.4% | $476,700 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $6,395 +3.4% | $455,800 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $6,187 +6.8% | $426,700 +8.2% |
| 2015 | $5,795 +3.2% | $394,200 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $5,616 +1.4% | $381,000 +2.8% |
| 2013 | $5,538 +2.2% | $370,700 -3.2% |
| 2012 | $5,421 +2.4% | $383,100 -0.2% |
| 2011 | $5,296 -1.8% | $383,800 -2.1% |
| 2010 | $5,391 +0.9% | $392,100 -3% |
| 2009 | $5,342 +7.3% | $404,400 +2.3% |
| 2008 | $4,980 +2.4% | $395,200 -1.9% |
| 2007 | $4,861 +1.7% | $402,700 +1.8% |
| 2006 | $4,778 +1.4% | $395,500 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $4,714 +8.8% | $375,000 +5.8% |
| 2004 | $4,333 +18.2% | $354,300 +11.1% |
| 2003 | $3,665 +8.4% | $319,000 +27.5% |
| 2001 | $3,380 +4.2% | $250,200 +14.1% |
| 2000 | $3,243 +5.9% | $219,300 +15.5% |
| 1999 | $3,063 | $189,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01867
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10J. Warren Killam Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Arthur W Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Reading Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Killam
- Middle: Coolidge
- High: Reading Memorial
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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