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Off Market Apr 2017 for $568K

$901,965

•

1,836

sq ft

178 Forest St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

Don't miss the chance to own this meticulously maintained and beautifully accented Cape. This spacious three bedroom, two full bath home presents the epitome of a entertainer's dream, complete with a large living area characterized with recessed lighting and custom built-in detail, two private, outdoor living spaces - a large sun-filled deck and a fully enclosed patio showcasing a surround sound system. Enjoy the luxury of a private and expansive back yard to compliment the charm already beaming from this home! All within minutes of local amenities, walking distance from schools, and close to Rt. 128 & Rt. 93.

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

10,000 sq ftLot Size

$491Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Rodrigo Serrano • RE/MAX Leading Edge

Bought with Carol Curcio • Bowes Real Estate Real Living

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•Source:MLS PIN #72124423

Redfin Estimate

$901,965

$334K since sold in April 2017$15K since August

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This home's estimate is 6.6% higher than the average sale price ($846K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$965,000
A
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SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$840,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,874 sq ft
98 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$980,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,172 sq ft
103 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$825,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,536 sq ft
22 Irving St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$715,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,824 sq ft
215 Pearl St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$749,900
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,834 sq ft
157 Pearl St, Reading, MA 01867

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Market trends in 01867, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.1%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$950K

$16K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

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106

12 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Moderately updated throughout. Huge backyard, and deck. Open concept floor plan from kitchen to dining room. There's a bedroom on the main level and the basement is finished. The other 2 bedrooms are spacious as well.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Emmanuel Paul
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Sale history for 178 Forest St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72124423

Apr 10, 2017

Sold

$568,000

$309/sq ft

Mar 7, 2017

Pending

—

Mar 1, 2017

Listed

$499,900

$272/sq ft

MLS PIN #70714684

Apr 11, 2008

Sold

$430,000

$234/sq ft

Mar 6, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Feb 20, 2008

Listed

$429,900

$234/sq ft

MLS PIN #70062554

Sep 28, 2004

Sold

$428,000

$233/sq ft

Jul 26, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Jul 13, 2004

Listed

$439,900

$240/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,394 (+1.2%)

$457,900 + $279,100

$737,000

2024

$8,297 (+3.2%)

$439,800 + $268,100

$707,900

2023

$8,036 (+3.9%)

$396,600 + $241,700

$638,300

2022

$7,735 (+2.4%)

$360,500 + $219,800

$580,300

2021

$7,554 (+4.0%)

$345,400 + $201,600

$547,000

2020

$7,262 (+2.9%)

$328,700 + $191,900

$520,600

2019

$7,057 (+8.8%)

$313,100 + $182,800

$495,900

2018

$6,487 (+4.8%)

$295,300 + $172,400

$467,700

2017

$6,190 (+6.9%)

$278,600 + $162,600

$441,200

2016

$5,788 (+6.7%)

$249,600 + $149,600

$399,200

2015

$5,423 (+3.2%)

$230,700 + $138,200

$368,900

2014

$5,255 (−6.8%)

$222,900 + $133,600

$356,500

2013

$5,641 (+2.4%)

$222,700 + $154,900

$377,600

2012

$5,509 (+2.5%)

$234,400 + $154,900

$389,300

2011

$5,376

$234,400 + $155,200

$389,600

2010

$5,376 (+12.9%)

$234,400 + $155,200

$389,600

2009

$4,762

$263,100 + $97,400

$360,500

Tax history for 178 Forest St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,394 (+1.2%)

$457,900 + $279,100

$737,000

2024

$8,297 (+3.2%)

$439,800 + $268,100

$707,900

2023

$8,036 (+3.9%)

$396,600 + $241,700

$638,300

2022

$7,735 (+2.4%)

$360,500 + $219,800

$580,300

2021

$7,554 (+4.0%)

$345,400 + $201,600

$547,000

2020

$7,262 (+2.9%)

$328,700 + $191,900

$520,600

2019

$7,057 (+8.8%)

$313,100 + $182,800

$495,900

2018

$6,487 (+4.8%)

$295,300 + $172,400

$467,700

2017

$6,190 (+6.9%)

$278,600 + $162,600

$441,200

2016

$5,788 (+6.7%)

$249,600 + $149,600

$399,200

2015

$5,423 (+3.2%)

$230,700 + $138,200

$368,900

2014

$5,255 (−6.8%)

$222,900 + $133,600

$356,500

2013

$5,641 (+2.4%)

$222,700 + $154,900

$377,600

2012

$5,509 (+2.5%)

$234,400 + $154,900

$389,300

2011

$5,376

$234,400 + $155,200

$389,600

2010

$5,376 (+12.9%)

$234,400 + $155,200

$389,600

2009

$4,762

$263,100 + $97,400

$360,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1975

Sq. Ft.

1,836

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

736282

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: Basement

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Vinyl,Pantry,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,836
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Blue

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Enclosed
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio - Enclosed

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,190
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Main Street to Forest Street
UnparsedAddress: 178 Forest St, Reading MA 01867

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,836
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Middlesex County
APN: 736282

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Tv In Living Room, Curtains & Hardware In All Bedrooms, Washer & Dryer
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Birch Meadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

9/10

Arthur W Coolidge Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Reading Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

52% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Reading, MA • 01867

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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4.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$857,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 178 Forest St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
170 Forest Street, Reading, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1388 Sq. Ft.	$740,471
188 Forest Street, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1930 Sq. Ft.	$962,812

Address	Redfin Estimate
182 Forest Street, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2004 Sq. Ft.	$930,477
200 Forest Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1480 Sq. Ft.	$853,585

Address	Redfin Estimate
184 Forest Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 999999 Sq. Ft.	$884,211
183 Forest Street, Reading, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,382,165

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