157 Pearl St

1,532 Sq. Ft.
$349 / Sq. Ft.
1,532
Sq. Ft.
$349
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Super adorable, meticulously cared for, three bedroom Cape will surely please! The spacious scale throughout the first floor offers a welcoming, comfortable vibe. The living room features hardwood flooring, crown molding and a wood-burning fireplace with pretty hearth just waiting for you to enjoy your next must-read. The updated kitchen is perfect for entertaining and leads out to the deck overlooking the large backyard, expanding the space during our nice New England Spring, Summer and Autumn....Super adorable, meticulously cared for, three bedroom Cape will surely please! The spacious scale throughout the first floor offers a welcoming, comfortable vibe. The living room features hardwood flooring, crown molding and a wood-burning fireplace with pretty hearth just waiting for you to enjoy your next must-read. The updated kitchen is perfect for entertaining and leads out to the deck overlooking the large backyard, expanding the space during our nice New England Spring, Summer and Autumn. The master bedroom boasts walk-in closet and laundry, and has a private door to the full bath that includes Jacuzzi tub and double sinks. Two good-sized bedrooms on second floor with TONS of storage! Finished family room in lower level is an awesome gathering space, just in time for baseball season. Newer windows, new heating system, central A/C, one car garage and just a stroll to the train, library, schools and restaurants. This is a must-see.
  1. Listed by The Alison Socha Team • Leading Edge Real Estate
  2. Listed by Heidi Russo • Leading Edge Real Estate

Property Details for 157 Pearl Street

Town
Reading
Area
MA-Reading
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 08:42 AM

Property Details for 157 Pearl Street

StatusSold
MLS #72480078
Days on Market8
Taxes$7,262 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1956
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Leading Edge Real Estate, The Alison Socha Team; Leading Edge Real Estate, Heidi Russo

Sold By EXIT Premier Real Estate, Taylor Bettinson

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Building Information for 157 Pearl Street

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,493 SF

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$3,299 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,694

Property Taxes

$605

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 157 Pearl Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1532.0
  • Color: Red
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Killam
  • High School: Rmhs
  • Middle School: Coolidge
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Mud Room
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Closet - Double, First Floor
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 180.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 144.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom1 Length: 12.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 264.0
  • Family Room Features: Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 24.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 11.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 200.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 247.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: As with all our properties,please see listing sheet and sellers' description of property. Measurements are estimated and vary between listing info & floor plans.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 736129
  • Assessments: $510,300
  • Book: 44303
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Zoning: S15
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 1064.0
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 157 Pearl Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73497777

—
Apr 13, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73497777

—
Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497777

$749,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73497777

—
04/13/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73497777

—
04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497777

$749,900

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Public Records for 157 Pearl Street

Taxable ValueLand$464,300Additions$256,900Total$721,200
Tax Record2025$8,214 ($684 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,834 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,834 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt705 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,493 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1964ZoningS15CountyMIDDLESEXAPNREAD M:028.0-0000-0210.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 157 Pearl Street

This home is within Reading School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public6 to 8

Reading Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Leading Edge Real Estate, The Alison Socha Team; Leading Edge Real Estate, Heidi Russo

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