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856 Main Street, Reading, MA 01867
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$899,900
4 Beds
2 Baths
2191 SQFT
0.62 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Currently used as two separate living areas, this often admired home is on an amazing elevated lot. This is a perfect opportunity for a multi-generational family, investment property or simply used as an expansive single family. This stately home has been meticulously maintained with many updates. Close to Readings vibrant downtown, Commuter Rail and Reading's award winning library. Convenient to the Birch Meadow complex where you will find the Birch Meadow Elementary School, Coolidge Middle School, Reading Memorial High School and the Burbank YMCA. The large yard offers lots of opportunity for outdoor enjoyment with a separate fenced-in dog area and a newly paved driveway. Both units have been Certified Deleaded (see attached). Each unit has separately metered gas and electric. Truly a great and solid home offering flexible living options.

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Amenities

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

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10'2"X17'7"
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Breakfast Bar / Nook, Flooring - Laminate, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Recessed Lighting, Skylight, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X15'10"
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 4'6"X9'1"
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 59X9'1"
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11'8"X11'8"
  • Master Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 8'9"X12'4"
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11'7"X12'5"
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16'11"X13'7"
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Family Room Dimensions: 11'10"X15'10"
  • Family Room Level: Second Floor
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry Room Features: Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Heat Pump, Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: 3 or More, Heat Pump
  • Electric Info: 100 Amps, Circuit Breakers
  • Energy Features: Insulated Doors, Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Gas Dryer, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Sewer District: MWRA

Garage & Parking

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

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2191
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1860
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Particle Board, Tile, Vinyl
  • Lead Paint: Certified Treated
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Sloping, Wooded
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Storage Shed
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73471813
  • Last Updated: 02/04/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Contract for Deed

Property History tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
02/04/2026Canceled$899,900$411MLSPIN
02/04/2026Canceled$899,900$411MLSPIN
01/30/2026Active$899,900$411MLSPIN
01/26/2026New$899,900$411MLSPIN
01/23/2026Active$899,900$411MLSPIN
01/19/2026Price Change$899,900$411MLSPIN
12/07/2025Active$924,900$422MLSPIN
12/03/2025Back on Market$924,900$422MLSPIN
11/23/2025Contingent$924,900$422MLSPIN
11/16/2025Active$924,900$422MLSPIN
11/12/2025New$924,900$422MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Mary Ann Quinn Group, Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
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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