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856 Main StreetReading, MA 01867

For Sale

$899,900

Smart Buyer Rebate $4,500

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.

Listed by Mary Ann Quinn Group

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Wilson Wolfe Real Estate

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617-710-6852

Last updated January 30, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73471813

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodReading
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu4
  • Taxes$6,759/year
  • Size2,191 sqft
  • Price per sqft$411

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

01/26/2026
Listed by Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
$899,900

Property Details for 856 Main Street

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard

Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 2,191
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Frontage Length: 99
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.62
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 27,050
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 735192
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,759.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $769,000.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Particle Board, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Closet, Sun Room, Kitchen, Entry Hall, Bonus Room

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,191
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 11

Other

Environmental

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Location

  • Tax Lot: 34

Parking

Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 4
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Parking Total: 4

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Call Supt.

High School

  • High School: Rmhs

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Call Supt.

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Heat Pump, 3 Or More
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Hot Water, Heat Pump
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 856 Main Street.

What schools are nearby to 856 Main Street?

Nearby schools include the Call Supt. Elementary School, Call Supt. Middle School, and Rmhs High School.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there are 4 parking spaces available for 856 Main Street.

What are the annual taxes for 856 Main Street?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $6,759.

How does 856 Main Street compare to other single-family homes in Reading?

This single-family home is listed 18% below the average price for single-family homes in Reading and has been on the market for 39 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 2,191 sqft.

856 Main Street is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in Reading MA 01867. Listed on Prevu for 4 days at $899,900. This residence features 2,191 square feet of living space, located in Reading. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $834,450. Nearby schools include Call Supt. Elementary School, Call Supt. Middle School, and Rmhs High School. Additional amenities include private outdoor space and parking. View other single-family home listings in Middlesex County.

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