This beautifully updated Cape-style home offers inviting living spaces, thoughtful updates, and an impressive lot in Reading’s desirable south side. The bright kitchen features stainless steel appliances including an induction stove, new DW and hood vent, white cabinetry, and stone countertops, with ample space for cooking and gathering. The open-concept dining area connects naturally to the kitchen, while the living room and spacious family room provide additional areas for relaxing and entertaining. A main-level bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office and upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a full bathroom, providing comfortable private space. Recent improvements include a roof approximately five years old, a brand-new boiler and furnace, fresh interior paint, and newly refinished floors. The partially finished basement adds valuable flexibility with laundry, bonus space, and a workroom. Outside, enjoy a gorgeous, large yard with mature plantings, an oversized brick patio, and a charming gazebo. A detached two-car garage with additional storage, along with abundant off-street parking, adds convenience and functionality. Conveniently located near Reading Center, commuter rail, and within the Joshua Eaton Elementary School district, this inviting move in ready home offers a wonderful combination of space, updates, and location.
Pending
$868,000
76 Curtis St, Reading, MA 01867
3beds
1,716sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.37 Acres Lot
$921,700 Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Home officeCharming gazeboBright kitchenSpacious family roomOpen-concept dining areaPartially finished basementOversized brick patio
- 19 days
- 1,067
- 75
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lynne Russo 617-306-2043,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - The Shanahan Group 781-729-9030
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73577106
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 22 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 22 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 32
- Dimensions: 8 x 4
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,716
- Total interior livable area: 1,716 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,716
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Gazebo
- Frontage length: 82.00
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 730191
- Zoning: S20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $506/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $854,700
- Annual tax amount: $9,368
- Date on market: 9/16/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$921,700
$876,000 - $968,000
$4,023/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2026 | Pending sale | $868,000$506/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73577106 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2026 | Contingent | $868,000$506/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73577106 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $868,000+231.3%$506/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73577106 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/1998 | Sold | $262,000$153/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,233 +1.1% | $810,600 +4% |
| 2024 | $9,132 +3.1% | $779,200 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $8,861 +3.7% | $703,800 +9.8% |
| 2022 | $8,543 +2.3% | $640,900 +6% |
| 2021 | $8,348 +3.9% | $604,500 +5% |
| 2020 | $8,032 +2.8% | $575,800 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $7,811 +8.7% | $548,900 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $7,189 +4.7% | $518,300 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $6,869 +4% | $489,600 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $6,603 +3.5% | $455,400 +4.9% |
| 2015 | $6,381 +7% | $434,100 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $5,962 -6.9% | $404,500 -5.6% |
| 2013 | $6,405 +6.6% | $428,700 +1% |
| 2012 | $6,008 +3% | $424,600 +0.4% |
| 2011 | $5,835 +3.8% | $422,800 +3.4% |
| 2010 | $5,621 +8.5% | $408,800 -4.7% |
| 2006 | $5,181 +1.9% | $428,900 +6.1% |
| 2005 | $5,083 +9.1% | $404,400 +6.2% |
| 2004 | $4,658 +17.6% | $380,900 +10.5% |
| 2003 | $3,962 +7.8% | $344,800 +26.7% |
| 2001 | $3,677 +5% | $272,200 +14.9% |
| 2000 | $3,502 +6.3% | $236,800 +16% |
| 1999 | $3,294 | $204,200 |
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Neighborhood: 01867
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Joshua Eaton Elementary
- Middle: Parker Middle School
- High: Rmhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




