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About this home
Peace &tranquility awaits with this charming waterfront colonial sitting up high overlooking Martins Pond. No flood insurance needed. Something for everyone year round from boating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing to ice skating/hockey in winter. Home features 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths with breathtaking water views and private dock !Wooden stairs lead to dock surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens. Sun bath in summer on your private dock or nearby beach. From farmer's porch enter into open concept dining, living, kitchen ideal for entertaining & everyday living. Spacious kitchen updated 2018 complete with elegant quartz counter, induction stove top & breakfast bar perfect for gathering with family & friends. From living room step through french doors to large deck for morning coffee or spectacular evening sunsets. Primary bedroom has french doors leading to balcony for added enjoyment & relaxation. Roof replaced 2023, water heater 2020. Added bonus-finished basement. Don't miss the opportunity to own waterfront property & make this house your home. Be on vacation all year long here-A true hidden gem.
Near public transportation, shopping, parks, medical facilities, bike paths, conservation areas, highway access, houses of worship, schools, and a university
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At the end of the day, pull into the driveway of your waterfront home, nestled away on Shore Road. Walk onto your farmers porch and through the front door to your 3 bedroom home with a beautiful open concept. Hardwood floors and lots of light will welcome you as you walk past the kitchen to your back deck which overlooks Martin's Pond. Grab a cold drink and stroll down the wooden steps to your own pond access. On the way back up, maybe you'll enter your home through the french doors of the partially finished basement, wash up in one of your 3 full bathrooms and head into your home office to check email. Your day ends as you hang your clothes up in your walk in closet and open the french doors to your private deck off of the master bedroom and enjoy the view. This well maintained home is awaiting its new owner. Is it you? Also, you may visit martinspond.org for more information.
MLS PIN #71556537
Sep 17, 2013
Sold
$473,000
$200/sq ft
Jul 29, 2013
Contingent
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Jul 17, 2013
Listed
$469,000
$198/sq ft
+7
Sunny, spacious and well maintained Waterfront home. Wide open Floor plan with Sparkling hardwood floors throughout. Sit and relax on the Farmers porch or enjoy entertaining family and friends on the two back decks overlooking the Pond. This Home has everything - Privacy, Location and Amazing views. And a Great opportunity to enroll your children in one of the states Top School systems! Come take a look - you won't want to leave!
Public Records
Jan 7, 2004
Sold
$150,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,779 (+6.6%)
$361,000 + $390,100
$751,100
2025
$9,172 (+0.2%)
$322,400 + $379,900
$702,300
2024
$9,155 (+0.3%)
$313,100 + $379,900
$693,000
2023
$9,131 (+6.4%)
$313,100 + $339,600
$652,700
2022
$8,582
$284,300 + $287,800
$572,100
2021
$8,589 (+8.0%)
$264,500 + $285,000
$549,500
2020
$7,954 (+4.5%)
$235,000 + $274,900
$509,900
2019
$7,609 (+0.8%)
$216,800 + $271,600
$488,400
2018
$7,551 (+3.6%)
$207,500 + $254,600
$462,100
2017
$7,292 (+13.8%)
$197,500 + $254,600
$452,100
2015
$6,409 (+18.5%)
$174,200 + $211,400
$385,600
2014
$5,409 (−6.4%)
$135,500 + $193,700
$329,200
2013
$5,781 (+11.5%)
$159,100 + $201,300
$360,400
2012
$5,183 (+2.7%)
$159,100 + $201,300
$360,400
2011
$5,046
$159,100 + $201,300
$360,400
2010
$5,046 (−6.7%)
$159,100 + $201,300
$360,400
2009
$5,408
$245,300 + $203,900
$449,200
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,664
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,664
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3774352S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
North Reading, MA • 01864
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in North Reading. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 23 Shore Rd
$903,123
$4,123 over list price of $899K
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