Welcome to Birchmeadow, one of Reading’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Set on a generous lot with great curb appeal, this flexible home is ready for whatever life throws at it: in-laws, au pair, blended family, there’s room for everyone.The main level offers 3 bedrooms, living room, dining room, a brand new kitchen floor, and a bonus room perfect as a home office or den. Step out to a sizable deck overlooking a sprawling backyard with serious pool potential.The lower level sets this home apart with a full second kitchen, fireplace family room, bedroom, and garage access. Private suite, entertainment hub, you decide.Freshly painted throughout and new vinyl plank in the 3-season room mean the work has started. Now bring your vision. Close to top-rated schools and everything Reading has to offer. This is the one you’ll be glad you said yes to!
For sale
$925,000
79 Martin Rd, Reading, MA 01867
3beds
2,311sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
0.52 Acres Lot
$905,000 Zestimate®
$400/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fireplace family roomSprawling backyardDining roomFull second kitchenGenerous lotPrivate suiteFreshly painted throughout
- 3 days |
- 1,020 |
- 37 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tzortzis Lane Group 603-459-9632,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Ipswich 603-334-1900
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73533287
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 157.38
- Dimensions: 14.42 x 10.92
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 153.47
- Dimensions: 10.83 x 14.17
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 108.33
- Dimensions: 10 x 10.83
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 65
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 8.67
Bathroom 2
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 8.75 x 8
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 115.53
- Dimensions: 10.58 x 10.92
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 151.01
- Dimensions: 13.83 x 10.92
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 289.24
- Dimensions: 20.42 x 14.17
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Features
- Sun Room, Foyer, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,311
- Total interior livable area: 2,311 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,476
- Finished area below ground: 835
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Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: M:038.000000111.0,736752
- Zoning: S20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Entry
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Birchmeadow
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $400/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $834,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,500
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Exclusions: See Include/Exclude
Estimated market value
$905,000
$860,000 - $950,000
$4,802/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $925,000+5.7%$400/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73533287 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $875,000+6.1%$379/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73362433 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2025 | Contingent | $824,900$357/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73362433 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $824,900$357/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73362433 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,500 +1.2% | $834,100 +4.1% |
| 2024 | $9,391 +3.2% | $801,300 +10.9% |
| 2023 | $9,098 +3.9% | $722,600 +10% |
| 2022 | $8,759 +0.5% | $657,100 +4.1% |
| 2021 | $8,714 +4% | $631,000 +5.1% |
| 2020 | $8,377 +2.9% | $600,500 +5% |
| 2019 | $8,140 +8.8% | $572,000 +6% |
| 2018 | $7,483 +4.8% | $539,500 +6% |
| 2017 | $7,141 -2.7% | $509,000 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $7,336 +6.9% | $505,900 +8.4% |
| 2015 | $6,862 +3.2% | $466,800 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $6,648 +5.9% | $451,000 +7.4% |
| 2013 | $6,276 +2% | $420,100 -3.4% |
| 2012 | $6,151 +2% | $434,700 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $6,033 +1.8% | $437,200 +1.4% |
| 2010 | $5,926 +2.2% | $431,000 -1.8% |
| 2009 | $5,799 +2.6% | $439,000 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $5,654 -5.1% | $448,700 -9.1% |
| 2007 | $5,959 +1.9% | $493,700 +2% |
| 2006 | $5,848 +1.8% | $484,100 +5.9% |
| 2005 | $5,744 +9.1% | $457,000 +6.2% |
| 2004 | $5,265 +18.7% | $430,500 +11.5% |
| 2003 | $4,436 +5.8% | $386,100 +24.4% |
| 2001 | $4,194 +4.3% | $310,400 +14.2% |
| 2000 | $4,021 +6.5% | $271,900 +16.1% |
| 1999 | $3,776 | $234,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 01867
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Birch Meadow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Arthur W Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Reading Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Reading
- 01867
- 79 Martin Rd
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