Majestic Colonial on 2+ acres is 4700+ square ft of superb family living & entertainment all year long. The heart of this customized home is the open & sun-drenched chef kitchen: Omega Cabinets, Granite countertops, Center Island with sink, Wolf 6 burner gas stove & 2 convection ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator, 2 storage closets, abundance of cabinets & dining area. Kitchen opens to “fireplaced” Familyroom w/cathedral ceilings, custom cabinets & window seat. 1st floor expands to game room, formal dining room, home office, front facing living room & powder room. Impressive foyer & staircase leads to 2nd floor tranquil MasterSuite w/tray ceilings, his & her closets, spa-like bathroom & bonus private area, plus 3 additional spacious bedrooms, full bath & laundry. Lower level expands entertaining with family room & ½ bath that leads to fenced-in yard. Elevated deck overlooks the expansive backyard retreat w/inground pool, custom stone work & sunroom- all abutting conservation.
BETTER THAN NEW! 12 ROOM COLONIAL ON A PRIVATE 2+ ACRE PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED LOT. BACK YARD HAS TREE HOUSE. EXTRA SHEET IN OFFICE WITH ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
MLS PIN #30084443
Dec 23, 1996
Sold
$533,999
$113/sq ft
Mar 1, 1996
Listing Removed
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Jan 15, 1996
Listed
$369,900
$78/sq ft
CHOOSE FROM 11 STYLES(SEE OTHER FOREST PARK ESTATES LISTINGS 3-4.5+ ACRE WOODED LOTS (PRICE VARIES W LOT) ABUTTING HAROLD PARKER ST FOREST-HIKING,X-COUNTRY SKIING,HORSEBACK RIDING, PICNICKING;FIRST QUALITY CONSTRUCTION/AREA'S PREMIER BUILDER
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,200
2025
$18,002 (+2.6%)
$533,200 + $845,200
$1,378,400
2024
$17,548 (+1.9%)
$483,200 + $845,200
$1,328,400
2023
$17,216 (+6.4%)
$470,100 + $760,500
$1,230,600
2022
$16,175 (−11.9%)
$426,600 + $651,700
$1,078,300
2021
$18,351 (+5.1%)
$386,600 + $787,500
$1,174,100
2020
$17,463 (+3.3%)
$341,700 + $777,700
$1,119,400
2019
$16,903 (+4.0%)
$316,000 + $768,900
$1,084,900
2018
$16,258 (+1.3%)
$309,500 + $685,500
$995,000
2017
$16,049 (+1.3%)
$309,500 + $685,500
$995,000
2016
$15,837 (−1.3%)
$257,100 + $708,000
$965,100
2015
$16,040 (+5.8%)
$257,100 + $708,000
$965,100
2014
$15,158 (+0.6%)
$252,800 + $669,800
$922,600
2013
$15,065 (+11.5%)
$261,500 + $677,700
$939,200
2012
$13,506 (+2.9%)
$261,500 + $677,700
$939,200
2011
$13,125
$261,500 + $676,000
$937,500
2010
$13,125 (+6.8%)
$261,500 + $676,000
$937,500
2009
$12,295
$397,100 + $624,100
$1,021,200
Tax history for 12 Bishops Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$20,200
2025
$18,002 (+2.6%)
$533,200 + $845,200
$1,378,400
2024
$17,548 (+1.9%)
$483,200 + $845,200
$1,328,400
2023
$17,216 (+6.4%)
$470,100 + $760,500
$1,230,600
2022
$16,175 (−11.9%)
$426,600 + $651,700
$1,078,300
2021
$18,351 (+5.1%)
$386,600 + $787,500
$1,174,100
2020
$17,463 (+3.3%)
$341,700 + $777,700
$1,119,400
2019
$16,903 (+4.0%)
$316,000 + $768,900
$1,084,900
2018
$16,258 (+1.3%)
$309,500 + $685,500
$995,000
2017
$16,049 (+1.3%)
$309,500 + $685,500
$995,000
2016
$15,837 (−1.3%)
$257,100 + $708,000
$965,100
2015
$16,040 (+5.8%)
$257,100 + $708,000
$965,100
2014
$15,158 (+0.6%)
$252,800 + $669,800
$922,600
2013
$15,065 (+11.5%)
$261,500 + $677,700
$939,200
2012
$13,506 (+2.9%)
$261,500 + $677,700
$939,200
2011
$13,125
$261,500 + $676,000
$937,500
2010
$13,125 (+6.8%)
$261,500 + $676,000
$937,500
2009
$12,295
$397,100 + $624,100
$1,021,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
721178
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Apr 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior Features: Closet, Wet Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Cable Hookup, Bathroom - Half, Recessed Lighting, Office, Game Room, Bathroom, Sun Room, Bonus Room, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,741
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.76
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,463
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks), Generator Connection
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Marblehead Street to Castle Road to 12 Bishops Way
UnparsedAddress: 12 Bishops Way, North Reading MA 01864
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 721178
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 28, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Claypit Hill School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
Wayland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
9/10
Wayland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 72-80% chance 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, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wayland, MA • 01864
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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
$1.68M – $2.03M
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