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$849,000
4 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,650 sqft · 0.86 acre lot
76 Summer Ave, Reading, MA 01867
Single family · Built 1957 · $515/sqft ·
$5,087/mo est. payment
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
Rare opportunity to own a unique wooded property abutting protected forest and conservation land in one of Reading's most desirable neighborhoods. Renovate and expand the existing farmhouse-featuring bricks reclaimed from Reading's historic roundhouse train station-or build your dream home in an exceptional natural setting. An original silo remains on the property, adding charm, historic character, and potential for creative repurposing. Ideally located within walking distance to Barrows Elementary, Parker Middle School, Austin Preparatory School, downtown Reading, and the Haverhill-to-Boston commuter rail, with Reading Memorial High School just minutes away. Conveniently situated 12 miles from Boston, 17 miles from the New Hampshire border, and approximately 6 minutes from both I-93 and I-95. The property is serviced by an on-site septic system, with a Title 5 inspection to be provided by the seller prior to closing. Town sewer and natural gas are available at the street, offering additional flexibility for future development, including potential accessory dwelling unit (ADU) possibilities, subject to buyer due diligence and town approvals. The property is sold as is.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 12' x 11'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11' x 10'
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11' x 10'
- Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 11' x 10'
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 132
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 110
- Bedroom 3 Sqft: 110
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Basement Features: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
- Living Room Dimensions: 13' x 17'
- Living Room Sqft: 221
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1.5
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Water heater
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Heating and Cooling
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Heating Features: Central, Baseboard, Oil
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 11' x 12'
- Dining Room Level: First
- Dining Room Sqft: 132
- Kitchen Dimensions: 12' x 12'
- Kitchen Level: First
- Kitchen Sqft: 144
Interior Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Land Info
- Lot Description: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Steep Slope
- Lot Size Acres: 0.86
- Lot Size Square Feet: 37330
Schools
- 7
Walter S Parker Middle School
middle · 6-8 · 0.4 mi
- 9
Alice M. Barrows Elementary School
elementary · K-5 · 0.4 mi
- 8
Reading Memorial High School
high · 9-12 · 0.8 mi
Austin Preparatory School
middle · 6-12 · 0.4 mi
- 9
Birch Meadow Elementary School
elementary · K-5 · 0.8 mi
- 9
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
middle · 6-8 · 0.9 mi
Price history
- Oct 6, 2026 · Price Changed$849,000
- Aug 13, 2026 · Listed$895,000
- Dec 5, 1978 · Sold$35,000
Tax history
- 2026$9,346 tax · $852,700 assessed
- 2024$9,098 tax · $776,300 assessed
- 2023$8,813 tax · $700,000 assessed
- 2022$8,483 tax · $636,400 assessed
- 2021$8,555 tax · $619,500 assessed
- 2020$8,225 tax · $589,600 assessed
- 2019$7,992 tax · $561,600 assessed
- 2018$7,346 tax · $529,600 assessed
Home value
$873,500
- Cotality$873,500
- Quantarium$865,147
- Collateral Analytics$886,000
Where it is
Listed by Jason Saphire · www.HomeZu.com · MLSPIN
