OPEN HOUSE 4/27 1-3PM Step in and you will never want to leave the perfect balance of modern design and luxuriant warmth at this show-stopping bespoke restoration! Every thoughtful detail will enchant you throughout all 10 rooms featuring gorgeous wide paneled solid oak flooring EVERYWHERE,coffered 8 & 1/2 foot ceilings,front & back oak staircases,custom woodwork and built ins, beautiful tile, quartz & natural stone appointments, abundant recessed and designer lighting and many more special custom details set this home apart from the others.Enjoy the large and beautiful kitchen placed at the rear of home with sliders onto a large and private paver patio,4 spacious bedrooms including a dreamy primary en-suite and an additional 1& 1/2 gorgeous baths.The inviting front entry has the mudroom everyone wants and a conveniently placed home office.Perfectly situated on a rare 1/2 acre plus lot in the center of EVERYTHING! All NEW MECHANICS!
Sold for $1,248,000
$1,248,000
896 Main St, Reading, MA 01867
4beds
2,273sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
0.55 Acres Lot
$1,255,000 Zestimate®
$549/sqft
$4,298 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,255,000
$1.15M - $1.37M
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Private paver patioConveniently placed home officeInviting front entryLarge and beautiful kitchenSpacious bedrooms
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Listed by:
Chrisanne Connolly 508-846-5709,
Wilson Wolfe Real Estate 978-658-2345
Bought with:
Thomas Hevey
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73364925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 370.39
- Dimensions: 18.83 x 19.67
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 134.58
- Dimensions: 14.17 x 9.5
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 130.28
- Dimensions: 11.67 x 11.17
Bedroom 4
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 16187.5
- Dimensions: 14.58 x 1110
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 26.74
- Dimensions: 5.83 x 4.58
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 52.94
- Dimensions: 5.25 x 10.08
Dining room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 153.78
- Dimensions: 10.67 x 14.42
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 370.39
- Dimensions: 18.83 x 19.67
Living room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 195.75
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 14.5
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 71.15
- Dimensions: 9.08 x 7.83
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Mud Room, Office, Sitting Room, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Picture, Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,273
- Total interior livable area: 2,273 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,273
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
- Frontage length: 100.00
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:027.000000399.0,735881
- Zoning: S15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Icemaker Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reading
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $549/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $748,100
- Annual tax amount: $8,521
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2025 | Sold | $1,248,000+20%$549/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73364925 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,040,000+82.5%$458/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73364925 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2024 | Sold | $570,000+2%$251/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73266183 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2024 | Contingent | $559,000$246/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73266183 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $559,000$246/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73266183 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,521 -0.9% | $748,100 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,595 +4.4% | $733,400 +12.1% |
| 2023 | $8,236 +5.3% | $654,200 +11.5% |
| 2022 | $7,821 +8.4% | $586,700 +12.3% |
| 2021 | $7,214 +3.3% | $522,400 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $6,981 +3% | $500,400 +5% |
| 2019 | $6,779 +4.5% | $476,400 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $6,484 +5.3% | $467,500 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $6,159 +6.5% | $439,000 +10.1% |
| 2016 | $5,784 +3.6% | $398,900 +5% |
| 2015 | $5,583 +4.7% | $379,800 +5% |
| 2014 | $5,333 +9.2% | $361,800 +10.7% |
| 2013 | $4,884 +1.9% | $326,900 -3.5% |
| 2012 | $4,791 +2.2% | $338,600 -0.3% |
| 2011 | $4,686 -6.6% | $339,600 -7% |
| 2010 | $5,019 -0.7% | $365,000 -4.6% |
| 2009 | $5,055 +1.1% | $382,700 -3.6% |
| 2008 | $5,000 +2.4% | $396,800 -1.9% |
| 2007 | $4,884 +2.2% | $404,600 +2.3% |
| 2006 | $4,778 +1.4% | $395,500 +5.5% |
| 2005 | $4,714 +8.5% | $375,000 +5.5% |
| 2004 | $4,345 +19.1% | $355,300 +11.9% |
| 2003 | $3,648 +9.5% | $317,500 +28.7% |
| 2001 | $3,333 +5.4% | $246,700 +15.4% |
| 2000 | $3,161 +6.2% | $213,700 +15.8% |
| 1999 | $2,976 | $184,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01867
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Birch Meadow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Arthur W Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Reading Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Birchmeadow
- Middle: Coolidge
- 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.
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