This charming Victorian era two family home (4-7) is a great entry into Reading for a first-time buyer or savvy investor. Located on a side street on one of the highest points in Reading, just minutes to the high school and close to downtown, parks, restaurants, shopping & commuter rail. The first floor unit features an eat-in kitchen, spacious living room, two bedrooms and tiled bathroom with clawfoot tub. The upper, duplex unit offers seven rooms, updated eat-in kitchen, modern tiled bathroom, three bedrooms, study & large central living room. There are newly refinished wood floors and extensive cosmetic work has been done throughout. The full basement has an above grade walkout to the rear, partially wooded yard. Both units have separate utilities. A rare opportunity to gain entry into this desirable community at an affordable price. The property is sold in as-is condition without warranties or representations from the seller, listing agent or agency. Buyer to perform due diligence.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
5,989 sq ftLot Size
$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Kevin McDermott• RE/MAX Destiny
Bought with Elvis Doda• Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton
BACK ON THE MARKET - MISSED THIS THE FIRST TIME? SECOND CHANCES DON'T COME OFTEN - HERE'S A GREAT ONE- 2 Family in sought after Reading community. Great location with investment opportunity . . or live in one unit and rent the other. This 2 Family has been in the same family for generations and in need of some TLC and updating which will result in instant equity galore when completed. Price reflects condition. Great value. Close to downtown, parks, restaurants, shopping, commuter rail and quick access to two major highways. First floor consists of 4 rooms, 2 bedrooms and one bath, Second floor unit consists of 7 rooms, 3-4 bedrooms and one bath. Separate utilities. Second floor unit is currently vacant. Property to be sold in "AS IS" condition. DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY GROUNDS WITHOUT THE LIST AGENT. Subject to Seller finding suitable housing. Seller requests up to 60 day U&O post closing.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,229 (+3.1%)
$368,400 + $354,100
$722,500
2024
$7,984 (−2.2%)
$347,400 + $333,800
$681,200
2023
$8,167 (+3.9%)
$330,800 + $317,900
$648,700
2022
$7,861 (+4.0%)
$300,700 + $289,000
$589,700
2021
$7,561 (+4.6%)
$280,700 + $266,800
$547,500
2020
$7,230 (+2.9%)
$265,700 + $252,600
$518,300
2019
$7,024 (+8.0%)
$253,100 + $240,500
$493,600
2018
$6,504 (+3.3%)
$240,400 + $228,500
$468,900
2017
$6,297 (+3.9%)
$230,100 + $218,700
$448,800
2016
$6,061 (+2.9%)
$229,000 + $189,000
$418,000
2015
$5,890 (+2.3%)
$211,700 + $189,000
$400,700
2014
$5,757 (+17.1%)
$204,500 + $186,100
$390,600
2013
$4,918 (+2.2%)
$209,400 + $119,800
$329,200
2012
$4,814 (+2.1%)
$220,400 + $119,800
$340,200
2011
$4,715
$220,400 + $121,300
$341,700
2010
$4,715 (−9.0%)
$220,400 + $121,300
$341,700
2009
$5,182
$243,100 + $149,200
$392,300
Tax history for 13 Beacon St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,229 (+3.1%)
$368,400 + $354,100
$722,500
2024
$7,984 (−2.2%)
$347,400 + $333,800
$681,200
2023
$8,167 (+3.9%)
$330,800 + $317,900
$648,700
2022
$7,861 (+4.0%)
$300,700 + $289,000
$589,700
2021
$7,561 (+4.6%)
$280,700 + $266,800
$547,500
2020
$7,230 (+2.9%)
$265,700 + $252,600
$518,300
2019
$7,024 (+8.0%)
$253,100 + $240,500
$493,600
2018
$6,504 (+3.3%)
$240,400 + $228,500
$468,900
2017
$6,297 (+3.9%)
$230,100 + $218,700
$448,800
2016
$6,061 (+2.9%)
$229,000 + $189,000
$418,000
2015
$5,890 (+2.3%)
$211,700 + $189,000
$400,700
2014
$5,757 (+17.1%)
$204,500 + $186,100
$390,600
2013
$4,918 (+2.2%)
$209,400 + $119,800
$329,200
2012
$4,814 (+2.1%)
$220,400 + $119,800
$340,200
2011
$4,715
$220,400 + $121,300
$341,700
2010
$4,715 (−9.0%)
$220,400 + $121,300
$341,700
2009
$5,182
$243,100 + $149,200
$392,300
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
2,220
Year built
1880
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
735186
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Pantry, Internet Available - Broadband, Living Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,391
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,167
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main St to Locust St to Beacon St.
UnparsedAddress: 13 Beacon Street, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,220
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735186
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
50% 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
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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
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Estimated sale price
$821,000 – $993,000
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