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  • $954,800

    56 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867

    4beds
    2,382sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1963
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $954,800 Zestimate®
    $401/sqft
    $4,287 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $954,800

    $898,000 - $1.02M

    $4,287/mo

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    What's special

    Pool, garage, 4 bedrooms - sign me up! After 26 years, this traditional center entrance Colonial in popular Birch Meadow neighborhood is ready for a new owner. Just a short walk to the Birch Meadow complex, where you'll find all grade level schools, YMCA, & sports field. Home features awesome outdoor space with 2 tier yard equipped with patio, deck with beautiful above ground pool, & plenty of green space to enjoy. Step inside to find front to back fireplaced living room with bonus over-sized family room with additional fireplace. Hardwood & crown molding throughout with updated eat in kitchen, mudroom, new 1/2 bath & dedicated dining area. All 4 bedrooms located on 2nd level with renovated full bath, plenty of closets & additional storage in attic. Finished basement offers more room to play & even more storage. Ample parking with shed and garage to hold all your toys! Meticulously maintained in a superb location. Come see for yourself why Reading is the hottest town north of Boston!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Oil
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Cable Available, Internet Available - Unknown
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,382 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Vinyl
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: READM0390000000240

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1963

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Reading

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
    • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat
    • Flooring: Tile, Wall To Wall Carpet, Hardwood
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
    • Hot Water: Tank
    • Exterior: Vinyl
    • Terms Feature: Contract For Deed
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed4 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Oil
    • Insulation Feature: Full
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, Internet Available - Unknown
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom - Half, Decorative Molding
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
    • Fam Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Crown Molding
    • Fam Level: First Floor
    • Garage Parking: Detached
    • Kit Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Bed4 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail
    • Basement Feature: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Finished, Sump Pump
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Gutters, Screens, Storage Shed, Pool - Above Ground
    • Foundation: Poured Concrete
    • Laundry Dscrp: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
    • Liv Dscrp: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Road Type: Public
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • CONTINGENCY_TYPE: Pending P&S

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/22/2020Sold$689,000+1.3%$289/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    8/4/2020Pending sale$679,999$285/sqft
    Source: Classified Realty Group #72701037
    7/30/2020Listed for sale$679,999+177.6%$285/sqft
    Source: Classified Realty Group #72701037
    7/1/1994Sold$245,000$103/sqft
    Source: Public Record

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,656 +1.1%$847,800 +4.1%
    2024$9,548 +3.1%$814,700 +10.8%
    2023$9,259 +3.8%$735,400 +9.9%

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    Neighborhood: 01867

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Birch Meadow
    • Middle: Coolidge
    • High: RMHS

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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    Estimated market value

    $954,800

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