The address says it all: Red Gate Lane. Tucked into one of Reading’s most coveted West Side neighborhoods, this classic Colonial offers the rare combination of timeless charm, generous space, and a setting that feels like home from the moment you arrive. Located within the Joshua Eaton School district and just minutes from downtown, it invites you to enjoy leisurely walks to Cal’s for ice cream, seasonal favorites at Calereso’s and effortless highway access for trips into Boston. Here, life unfolds in the most memorable ways, from decorating the front porch for fall to gathering with neighbors as trick-or-treaters fill the sidewalks on Halloween. Lovingly cherished by the same family for nearly four decades, this home is ready to welcome its next chapter. With 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and nearly 2,700 square feet, it offers the space to grow, gather, and create a lifetime of memories. Generous rooms, hardwood floors, and an expansive family room provide a warm foundation for everyday living and special celebrations alike, while the inviting layout leaves room for your own vision and personal style. A replacement roof and windows offer peace of mind, and the walk-out basement presents exciting potential for future finished space. A 2-car garage, irrigation system, and spacious, level, partially fenced yard complete the picture, offering room for gardens, play, entertaining, and quiet moments outdoors. More than a home, this is a place with a story, one filled with treasured memories and the promise of many more to come. With its enviable West Side address, welcoming neighborhood spirit, and enduring appeal, Red Gate Lane is an opportunity to create the forever home you’ve been waiting for.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$457Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Susan Gormady Group• Classified Realty Group
Primary bedroom on second floor with 3/4 bath and closet (approx. 17 x 13)
Second bedroom on second floor with closet (approx. 14 x 13)
Third bedroom on second floor with closet (approx. 13 x 11)
Fourth bedroom on second floor with closet (approx. 13 x 11)
Fifth bedroom on first floor with closet (approx. 12 x 12)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Primary bathroom present
Second-floor full bath with double vanity and tub/shower
Second-floor 3/4 bath with shower stall
First-floor half bath with stone/ceramic tile flooring
Kitchen
Stone/granite countertops
Dining area off kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Recessed lighting
Tile flooring
Laundry & utility
Laundry on first floor
Washer and dryer included
Dryer hookup (electric) and washer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood floors in main living areas and bedrooms
Stone/ceramic tile in kitchen and bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Oil heating
Exterior features
Front porch, wood deck, and patio
Professional landscaping with sprinkler system
Rain gutters
Level lot
Public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished living area reported
Parking
Attached 2-car garage with garage door opener
Garage faces side
Paved driveway and paved off-street parking
Two additional open parking spaces (total 4 parking spaces)
Construction
Frame construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Originally built (public records) and renovated since
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric service with circuit breakers
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation, shopping, pool, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, laundromat, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, and T-Station
Other
All appliances included; dining room cabinets and basement shelving remain
Electricity and solar
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