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.
Sold for $805,000
$805,000
51 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867
3beds
1,560sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.3 Acres Lot
$902,700 Zestimate®
$516/sqft
$3,988 Estimated rent
Home value
$902,700
$858,000 - $957,000
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Central airReplacement windowsHome officeLaundry roomExpansive composite deckBirch meadowHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Carol Korbman 617-733-1212,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential 617-848-9616
Bought with:
Laurel Amiri
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73231557
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,560
- Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Storage, Sprinkler System
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 736926
- Zoning: S15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- 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
Location
- Region: Reading
- Subdivision: Birch Meadow
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2024 | Sold | $805,000+10.4%$516/sqft |
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| 5/21/2024 | Pending sale | $729,000$467/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #73231557 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2024 | Contingent | $729,000$467/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73231557 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $729,000+16.5%$467/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73231557 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Sold | $625,500+13.7%$401/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2020 | Pending sale | $549,999$353/sqft |
Source: Classified Realty Group #72666588 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $549,999+25%$353/sqft |
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| 8/28/2015 | Sold | $440,000$282/sqft |
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| 6/18/2015 | Sold | $440,000+4.8%$282/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2015 | Pending sale | $419,900$269/sqft |
Source: Classified Realty Group, LLC #71845975 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $419,900+12%$269/sqft |
Source: Classified Realty Group, LLC #71845975 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2009 | Sold | $375,000-3.8%$240/sqft |
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| 11/12/2009 | Listed for sale | $389,900+27.8%$250/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2006 | Sold | $305,000$196/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,299 +1.2% | $728,600 +4.1% |
| 2024 | $8,203 +3.2% | $699,900 +10.9% |
| 2023 | $7,946 +3.9% | $631,100 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,647 +2.1% | $573,700 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $7,493 +5.9% | $542,600 +6.9% |
| 2020 | $7,078 +2.9% | $507,400 +5% |
| 2019 | $6,877 +8.8% | $483,300 +6% |
| 2018 | $6,322 +4.8% | $455,800 +6% |
| 2017 | $6,033 +5.6% | $430,000 +9.1% |
| 2016 | $5,713 +6.9% | $394,000 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $5,346 +3.2% | $363,700 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $5,180 +2.9% | $351,400 +4.3% |
| 2013 | $5,032 +2% | $336,800 -3.4% |
| 2012 | $4,933 +2.9% | $348,600 +0.3% |
| 2011 | $4,794 +10.4% | $347,400 +10% |
| 2010 | $4,342 +0.7% | $315,800 -3.2% |
| 2009 | $4,310 +0.9% | $326,300 -3.8% |
| 2008 | $4,273 +2.3% | $339,100 -2% |
| 2007 | $4,176 +1.9% | $346,000 +2% |
| 2006 | $4,099 +1.7% | $339,300 +5.8% |
| 2005 | $4,031 +8.6% | $320,700 +5.7% |
| 2004 | $3,711 +19.7% | $303,400 +12.5% |
| 2003 | $3,100 +7.1% | $269,800 +26% |
| 2001 | $2,894 +5.9% | $214,200 +16% |
| 2000 | $2,732 +4.2% | $184,700 +13.7% |
| 1999 | $2,621 | $162,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01867
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Birch Meadow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Arthur W Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Reading Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Birch Meadow
- Middle: Coolidge
- High: Rmhs
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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Reading
- 01867
- 51 Forest St
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