70 Highland Street, Reading, MA 01867
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$849,900
4 Beds
2 Baths
2276 SQFT
0.17 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street just outside Reading's vibrant town center and located in the coveted Birch Meadow area, this charming Dutch Colonial offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern flexibility. With a traditional layout and beautiful hardwood floors throughout, this freshly painted home features a welcoming first floor complete with a mudroom, sunlit living room, formal dining room, kitchen with new quartz counters, and a versatile space for a home office or den. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms and full bath. The walkout lower level is a huge bonus, boasting an abundance of natural light, a living room, kitchenette, additional bedroom, & full bath—ideal for in-laws, an au pair suite, or a permitted ADU. Outside, the fenced backyard is a private oasis, featuring a gunite in-ground pool and garden area. All this just minutes to shopping, the commuter rail, and restaurants.

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Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Conservation Area
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Park
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Tennis Court
  • T-Station
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17'5"X11'7"
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Countertops - Upgraded, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11'6"X11'7"
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Upgraded
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16'4"X11'11"
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16'4"X11'1"
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 8'5"X6'4"
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21'1"X11'7"
  • Living Room Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 11'4"X17'2"
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Features: Exterior Access, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture
  • Laundry Room Features: Finished, Full, Interior Access, Other (See Remarks), Walk Out

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Geothermal Heat Source, Individual, Oil, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Other (See Remarks), Varies Per Unit
  • Cooling: Individual, None
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private
  • Sewer District: MWRA

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2276
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1930
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Detached,
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Concrete Block
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Patio, Pool - Inground, Storage Shed
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73375792
  • Last Updated: 05/16/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
05/15/2025New$849,900$373MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: The Janice Sullivan Team, LAER Realty Partners
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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