Showings have been suspended. Experience timeless charm in this OFTEN-ADMIRED Queen Anne-style home perched on a manicured knoll near the heartof Reading. Modern upgrades include a chef’s kitchen with high-end stainless appliances, heated mudroom floor, andfirst-floor laundry. Elegant living spaces showcase period details such as a stained-glass window, turret sitting room,oriel window with built in seat and a rear staircase. Plenty of space to spread out! Five bedrooms/home office option andtwo renovated full baths offer comfort and flexibility. Historical color exterior paint 2025! Updated systems: plumbing,electrical, gas boiler, and hot water—ensure worry-free living. Relax on the inviting front porch, savor sunsets off 2ndlevel deck, and explore the restored 2-car garage CARRIAGE HOUSE w/ potential for an ADU, man town or she shed!Close proximity to commuter rail and easy access to Boston or New Hampshire! A rare blend of historic character andmodern convenience!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
10,176 sq ftLot Size
$540Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Laurie Cappuccio• Classified Realty Group
Bought with The Tabassi Team• RE/MAX Partners Relocation
Lovingly restored & meticulously maintained Queen Anne style home sits atop a well-manicured knoll close to the beating heart of Reading. Exterior of this home has been faithfully restored & painted in historic colors. Plumbing & electrical systems have been entirely updated. Recent 1st floor updates include a remodeled chef's kitchen, half bath/laundry with its stunning glass tile floor & new Mudroom. Formal Living Room & round Sitting Room flank the main foyer & look out onto a truly fabulous front porch. Dining Room with it's beautifully rebuilt gas fireplace completes main level. The main staircase leads up to the second floor with its 3 good sized bedrooms & newly remodeled full bath. Walk out onto the open roof deck to enjoy the sunset! A rear staircase leads back down to the kitchen. Third floor offers a recently renovated full bath & rear bedroom with front bedroom boasting an oriel window. Basement is partially finished with workshop & ample storage. Call Today on this Beauty!
MLS PIN #30020283
Apr 6, 1995
Sold
$230,000
$92/sq ft
Feb 14, 1995
Listing Removed
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Dec 10, 1994
Listed
$239,900
$96/sq ft
LOVELY RENOVATED VICTORIAN W/HIGH CEILINGS AND LOVELY OAK WOODWORK & NEWER KITCHEN & BATHS. 3RD FLOOR BATH HAS WHIRLPOOL. FABULOUS FOYER WITH FRENCH DOORS. OPEN KITCHEN & DININGROOM. CARRIAGE HOUSE FOR 2 CARS WITH LOFT.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,924 (+1.1%)
$416,800 + $542,300
$959,100
2024
$10,800 (+19.7%)
$400,400 + $521,100
$921,500
2023
$9,022 (+3.8%)
$361,000 + $355,600
$716,600
2022
$8,690 (+2.5%)
$328,200 + $323,700
$651,900
2021
$8,482 (+2.3%)
$310,200 + $304,000
$614,200
2020
$8,292 (+3.2%)
$300,100 + $294,300
$594,400
2019
$8,034 (+11.9%)
$285,000 + $279,600
$564,600
2018
$7,178 (+2.3%)
$261,000 + $256,500
$517,500
2017
$7,016 (+0.2%)
$252,200 + $247,900
$500,100
2016
$7,005 (+3.5%)
$265,200 + $217,900
$483,100
2015
$6,765 (+7.1%)
$252,500 + $207,700
$460,200
2014
$6,315 (+16.4%)
$234,900 + $193,500
$428,400
2013
$5,423 (+2.1%)
$234,600 + $128,400
$363,000
2012
$5,310 (+2.9%)
$246,900 + $128,400
$375,300
2011
$5,161
$246,900 + $127,100
$374,000
2010
$5,161 (−2.2%)
$246,900 + $127,100
$374,000
2009
$5,275
$277,200 + $122,100
$399,300
Tax history for 129 High St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,924 (+1.1%)
$416,800 + $542,300
$959,100
2024
$10,800 (+19.7%)
$400,400 + $521,100
$921,500
2023
$9,022 (+3.8%)
$361,000 + $355,600
$716,600
2022
$8,690 (+2.5%)
$328,200 + $323,700
$651,900
2021
$8,482 (+2.3%)
$310,200 + $304,000
$614,200
2020
$8,292 (+3.2%)
$300,100 + $294,300
$594,400
2019
$8,034 (+11.9%)
$285,000 + $279,600
$564,600
2018
$7,178 (+2.3%)
$261,000 + $256,500
$517,500
2017
$7,016 (+0.2%)
$252,200 + $247,900
$500,100
2016
$7,005 (+3.5%)
$265,200 + $217,900
$483,100
2015
$6,765 (+7.1%)
$252,500 + $207,700
$460,200
2014
$6,315 (+16.4%)
$234,900 + $193,500
$428,400
2013
$5,423 (+2.1%)
$234,600 + $128,400
$363,000
2012
$5,310 (+2.9%)
$246,900 + $128,400
$375,300
2011
$5,161
$246,900 + $127,100
$374,000
2010
$5,161 (−2.2%)
$246,900 + $127,100
$374,000
2009
$5,275
$277,200 + $122,100
$399,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
2,068
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
733750
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Carriage Shed, Barn, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Bonus Room, Office, High Speed Internet, Other
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,499
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Certified Historic
Color: Green
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fruit Trees, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2499
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
ADU: Y
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Cleared
Frontage Length: 104
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,924
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Call Superintendent
Middle Or Junior School: Parker Middle
High School: Rmhs
Location Information
Directions: Main Street to Woburn to High ~ Close to Commuter Rail!
UnparsedAddress: 129 High Street, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,068
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Middlesex County
APN: 733750
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Alice M. Barrows Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
56% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Reading, MA • 01867
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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64
45
52
36
38
24
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.28M – $1.55M
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