OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2021 for $885K

$1,191,041

•

2,675

sq ft

21 Short St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

Completely renovated & added to in 2011 & beyond, this exquisite colonial home sits majestically on a beautiful corner lot in a fine neighborhood offering ease of access to major routes, schools & shopping. You will be awe struck from the second you pull up...the curb appeal is stunning, unique & dramatic! This "Lady in Red" is even more spectacular on the INSIDE! It is everything you are looking for...from the sumptuous OPEN FLOOR PLAN, to the high-end classy, & tasteful finishes, you will imagine yourself living here! The rich toned hardwood floors add a warmth & are the perfect juxtaposition with the cool gray walls, gorgeous white cabinets & TWO gray islands, stainless appliances, "fancy" back splash, white farmhouse sink, & white quartz countertops. The beautiful mudroom is the ideal everyday entrance, while the window packed 3 season room is a space you will not ever want to leave...just gorgeous! 3 fabulous bedrooms, 3 impressive baths & a finished LL complete this AMAZING home

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

0.44 acresLot Size

$445Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Rick Nazzaro • Colonial Manor Realty

Bought with Gaetano Manganiello • ARG

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•Source:MLS PIN #72883795

Redfin Estimate

$1,191,041

$306K since sold in September 2021$19K since September

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This home's estimate is 7.8% higher than the average sale price ($1.10M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,200,000
A
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SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$775,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,200 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,250,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,549 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$937,500
D
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79 Martin Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$1,150,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,976 sq ft
7 Eastway, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$1,315,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,780 sq ft
31 Rustic Ln, Reading, MA 01867

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Market trends in 01867, MA

Last updated September 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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Sale history for 21 Short St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72883795

Sep 29, 2021

Sold

$885,000

$331/sq ft

Aug 26, 2021

Contingent

—

Aug 24, 2021

Price Changed

$849,900

$318/sq ft

Aug 19, 2021

Listed

$869,900

$325/sq ft

MLS PIN #72394116

Nov 6, 2018

Sold

$759,900

$284/sq ft

Oct 10, 2018

Pending

—

Sep 12, 2018

Listed

$759,900

$284/sq ft

+10

Extensively renovated in the last year, this striking home sits on a beautiful almost half-acre corner lot. Exceptionally close to many conservation areas and Wood End Elementary, with easy access to highways, commuter rail, shops & restaurants, there's plenty of room for everyone to have a space of their own. The 1st floor was comprehensively renovated and has an enormous great room, including a fireplaced living room and a dining room with a lovely wetbar. Off the great room is a serene 3-season sunroom and the sumptuous kitchen with new Shaker-style cabinets, stainless appliances and gleaming silestone counters. The kitchen is fully open to a breakfast room & mudroom with sliders to the large deck and yard. A full bath completes this level. Expanded & renovated in 2011, the 2nd level has a great master suite w/outfitted walk-in closet and ensuite bath, plus 2 more bedrooms and the 3rd full bathroom. Renovated, finished lower level playroom. Central air, attached garage, irrigation.

MLS PIN #72253116

Dec 29, 2017

Sold

$680,000

$254/sq ft

Nov 15, 2017

Pending

—

Nov 8, 2017

Listed

$659,900

$247/sq ft

+25

This PICTURESQUE COLONIAL sits on a BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED corner lot! Welcome to Twenty One Short Street ~ A 9+ Room Home with wonderful updates throughout. Hardwood floors on 1st floor, lovely kitchen with peninsula, stainless steel appliances and cherry cabinets. 1st floor also features RENOVATED FULL BATH, office or 4th bedroom and mudroom leading to deck. The impressive fully enclosed Sunporch will be your favorite place to relax! Second floor was added in 2011 and features a full bath and three bedrooms with oversized closets, including the MASTER ENSUITE, and lovely 3/4 bath featuring a walk in shower. Nicely updated lower level (2017) is perfect for family room and play room. CENTRAL AIR, 1 CAR GARAGE, & oversized deck overlooking tree lined yard. Conveniently located within close proximity to elementary, and major routes. Do not miss this gem!

MLS PIN #70037371

Aug 2, 2004

Sold

$439,900

$164/sq ft

Jun 7, 2004

Listing Removed

—

May 20, 2004

Listed

$439,900

$164/sq ft

MLS PIN #30219273

Sep 25, 1998

Sold

$215,000

$80/sq ft

Aug 5, 1998

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 1998

Listed

$224,900

$84/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,463 (+1.2%)

$491,200 + $515,200

$1,006,400

2024

$11,331 (+3.2%)

$471,800 + $495,000

$966,800

2023

$10,975 (+2.5%)

$425,400 + $446,300

$871,700

2022

$10,707

$386,800 + $416,400

$803,200

2021

$10,703 (+4.0%)

$370,600 + $404,400

$775,000

2020

$10,287 (+2.9%)

$352,600 + $384,800

$737,400

2019

$9,995 (+9.4%)

$335,900 + $366,500

$702,400

2018

$9,139 (+4.8%)

$316,800 + $342,100

$658,900

2017

$8,721 (+10.7%)

$298,900 + $322,700

$621,600

2016

$7,879 (+32.0%)

$267,800 + $275,600

$543,400

2015

$5,967 (+7.4%)

$247,500 + $158,400

$405,900

2014

$5,554 (+3.1%)

$239,100 + $137,700

$376,800

2013

$5,387 (+2.1%)

$231,800 + $128,800

$360,600

2012

$5,275 (+2.4%)

$244,000 + $128,800

$372,800

2011

$5,153

$244,000 + $129,400

$373,400

2010

$5,153 (−2.6%)

$244,000 + $129,400

$373,400

2009

$5,292

$277,800 + $122,800

$400,600

Tax history for 21 Short St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,463 (+1.2%)

$491,200 + $515,200

$1,006,400

2024

$11,331 (+3.2%)

$471,800 + $495,000

$966,800

2023

$10,975 (+2.5%)

$425,400 + $446,300

$871,700

2022

$10,707

$386,800 + $416,400

$803,200

2021

$10,703 (+4.0%)

$370,600 + $404,400

$775,000

2020

$10,287 (+2.9%)

$352,600 + $384,800

$737,400

2019

$9,995 (+9.4%)

$335,900 + $366,500

$702,400

2018

$9,139 (+4.8%)

$316,800 + $342,100

$658,900

2017

$8,721 (+10.7%)

$298,900 + $322,700

$621,600

2016

$7,879 (+32.0%)

$267,800 + $275,600

$543,400

2015

$5,967 (+7.4%)

$247,500 + $158,400

$405,900

2014

$5,554 (+3.1%)

$239,100 + $137,700

$376,800

2013

$5,387 (+2.1%)

$231,800 + $128,800

$360,600

2012

$5,275 (+2.4%)

$244,000 + $128,800

$372,800

2011

$5,153

$244,000 + $129,400

$373,400

2010

$5,153 (−2.6%)

$244,000 + $129,400

$373,400

2009

$5,292

$277,800 + $122,800

$400,600

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.44 Acres

Year renovated

2012

Sq. Ft.

2,675

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

738103

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce,Pedestal Sink

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Pendant

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting

Living Room Information
Area: 323
Length: 17
Width: 19
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Wet Bar,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 220
Length: 22
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Beadboard, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Mud Room, Exercise Room, Play Room, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,675
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Red/Nat

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Stone Wall

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.44
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10.70
Tax Year: 2021

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off of Main Street OR Mill Street
UnparsedAddress: 21 Short Street, Reading MA 01867

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,675
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Middlesex County
APN: 738103

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Ring Door Bell, Basement Tv And Kit. Tv's Will Remain. Lr Tv And Bracket Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Wood End Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Arthur W Coolidge Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi

9/10

Reading Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% 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

50% 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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Estimated sale price

$1.13M – $1.37M

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Home values near 21 Short St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Short Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2060 Sq. Ft.	$1,145,775
0 Short Street, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$1,197,399

Address	Redfin Estimate
6 Short Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1881 Sq. Ft.	$868,605
13 Short Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$1,098,346

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 Short Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2543 Sq. Ft.	$1,263,527
16 Short Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2543 Sq. Ft.	$1,255,289

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