174 West St

1,162 Sq. Ft.
$671 / Sq. Ft.
1,162
Sq. Ft.
$671
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This charismatic English cottage-style Cape home was thoughtfully updated, preserving its character while honoring the Historic District in which it resides. The kitchen, fully remodeled in 2018 w/stainless steel appliances, wood cabinets, and a granite counter, opens to a dining area. Hardwood floors throughout. Updates include high-efficiency gas boiler ('14), refreshed full bath ('22), 1/2 bath ('18), blown-in insulation by Mass Save ('15), exterior paint ('21), 200-amp electric ('12), basement...This charismatic English cottage-style Cape home was thoughtfully updated, preserving its character while honoring the Historic District in which it resides. The kitchen, fully remodeled in 2018 w/stainless steel appliances, wood cabinets, and a granite counter, opens to a dining area. Hardwood floors throughout. Updates include high-efficiency gas boiler ('14), refreshed full bath ('22), 1/2 bath ('18), blown-in insulation by Mass Save ('15), exterior paint ('21), 200-amp electric ('12), basement water remediation system including new sump w/battery back up ('24), and most windows replaced between ('13-'22). The oversized 2-car garage w/insulated doors ('16), water & electric, provides ample storage for any outdoor enthusiast or hobbyist. The level, fenced back yard boasts a pollinator garden & patio. Less than a mile to Reading MBTA Commuter Rail, easy access to Routes 93 & 95, and only a 5-minute drive to downtown Reading with its diverse shops, restaurants, and other amenities.
  1. Listed by Amber Orton • Lyv Realty

Property Details for 174 West Street

Town
Reading
Area
MA-Reading
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 04/30/2025 08:02 AM

Property Details for 174 West Street

StatusSold
MLS #73356459
Days on Market18
Taxes$7,267 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1926
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 174 West Street

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,699 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,492 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,887

Property Taxes

$606

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 174 West Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1162.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 165.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 140.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 99.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 12.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 3.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 56.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Laminate
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 143.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 180.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 9.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 176.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
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: Fireplace never used by sellers,flue is cracked. Roof age approx 15 yrs old. House is in West Street Historic district. Boston Basement Waterproofing has Transferrable Lifetime Warranty.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:010.000000082.0,731744
  • Assessments: $638,000
  • Book: 60447
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: S15
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 174 West Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73356459

$780,000—
Apr 14, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73356459

—
Apr 14, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73356459

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73356459

$780,000
04/14/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73356459

—
04/14/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73356459

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 174 West Street

Taxable ValueLand$412,000Additions$226,000Total$638,000
Tax Record2025$7,267 ($606 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,162 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,162 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt748 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,699 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926Year Renovated1952ZoningS15CountyMIDDLESEXAPNREAD M:010.0-0000-0082.0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 174 West 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
Private - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Alice M. Barrows Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Walter S Parker Middle School
Public6 to 8

Reading Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

Austin Preparatory School
Private6 to 12

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