Nestled in the heart of the highly coveted Birch Meadow neighborhood, this charming Colonial is in a prime location and effortlessly blends timeless character with modern updates. If you’re a fan of built-ins, this home will exceed your expectations. Nearly every room features its own custom storage solution, from the elegant built-in buffet with quartz countertops to the clever toy storage nook in the family room—every item has its place.The heart of this home, however, is the stunning kitchen, bright, inviting, and perfect for both casual meals and entertaining guests. Upstairs offers 3 spacious bedrooms, all with gleaming hardwood floors and a walk-up attic offering potential for future expansion and a finished basement for even more lifestyle flexibility. Outside enjoy a fenced yard encompassing a beautiful patio and a detached garage.Easy access to major highways, the commuter rail and within close proximity to downtown Reading, you will love the convenience of this prime spot!
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
5,580 sq ftLot Size
$502Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tracy Shea• Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Bought with The Stakem Group• Leading Edge Real Estate
Are you ready to find a home before the holidays & finally lay your roots in a highly sought after neighborhood? Well look no further; this turn key quintessential Birch Meadow Colonial is waiting for you! Where old world charm blends seamlessly with modern amenities. If you love built in’s, then you’re in luck. Nearly every room features its own hidden nook. From the built in buffet w/quartz counters to neat toy storage area in family room; everything has a place. But it’s the kitchen that’s sure to impress! Bright, inviting, & certainly the heart of the home. Head upstairs to find all 3 bedrooms with hardwood throughout & a walk up attic for future expansion. Can’t forget about the detached garage, gorgeous new paver patio, & neat finished space in basement. Want more? All major systems have been replaced within the last 7-10 years. With quick access to the highway & walking distance to downtown Reading, commuter rail, school complex, & YMCA, this location is simply the best!!
MLS PIN #71054130
May 28, 2010
Sold
$429,000
$215/sq ft
Mar 29, 2010
Contingent
—
Mar 26, 2010
Listed
$439,900
$220/sq ft
Lots of character and charm in this 7 room colonial with an inviting farmers porch! Updated eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, formal dining room with built in hutch and buffet, fireplace living room with french doors and gorgeous built in book case. Office/den has a half bath and a private entrance. Finshed lower level family room, walk up attic, 1 car garage. Located on a dead end street in Birch Meadow. Walk to schools, park, YMCA and town.
MLS PIN #30127381
Dec 13, 1996
Sold
$181,500
$91/sq ft
Oct 31, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Sep 16, 1996
Listed
$210,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,530 (+1.1%)
$465,300 + $371,400
$836,700
2024
$9,422 (+3.2%)
$447,000 + $356,900
$803,900
2023
$9,130 (+3.8%)
$403,000 + $322,200
$725,200
2022
$8,794 (+2.4%)
$366,400 + $293,300
$659,700
2021
$8,584 (+4.0%)
$351,000 + $270,600
$621,600
2020
$8,256 (+2.9%)
$334,100 + $257,700
$591,800
2019
$8,023 (+8.8%)
$318,200 + $245,600
$563,800
2018
$7,377 (+4.7%)
$300,100 + $231,800
$531,900
2017
$7,043 (+5.4%)
$283,100 + $218,900
$502,000
2016
$6,685 (+3.6%)
$255,700 + $205,300
$461,000
2015
$6,455 (+7.2%)
$243,500 + $195,600
$439,100
2014
$6,024 (+0.6%)
$226,500 + $182,200
$408,700
2013
$5,989 (+2.5%)
$232,600 + $168,300
$400,900
2012
$5,845 (+6.4%)
$244,800 + $168,300
$413,100
2011
$5,492
$244,800 + $153,200
$398,000
2010
$5,492 (+9.4%)
$244,800 + $153,200
$398,000
2009
$5,020
$266,600 + $113,400
$380,000
Tax history for 13 Longfellow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,530 (+1.1%)
$465,300 + $371,400
$836,700
2024
$9,422 (+3.2%)
$447,000 + $356,900
$803,900
2023
$9,130 (+3.8%)
$403,000 + $322,200
$725,200
2022
$8,794 (+2.4%)
$366,400 + $293,300
$659,700
2021
$8,584 (+4.0%)
$351,000 + $270,600
$621,600
2020
$8,256 (+2.9%)
$334,100 + $257,700
$591,800
2019
$8,023 (+8.8%)
$318,200 + $245,600
$563,800
2018
$7,377 (+4.7%)
$300,100 + $231,800
$531,900
2017
$7,043 (+5.4%)
$283,100 + $218,900
$502,000
2016
$6,685 (+3.6%)
$255,700 + $205,300
$461,000
2015
$6,455 (+7.2%)
$243,500 + $195,600
$439,100
2014
$6,024 (+0.6%)
$226,500 + $182,200
$408,700
2013
$5,989 (+2.5%)
$232,600 + $168,300
$400,900
2012
$5,845 (+6.4%)
$244,800 + $168,300
$413,100
2011
$5,492
$244,800 + $153,200
$398,000
2010
$5,492 (+9.4%)
$244,800 + $153,200
$398,000
2009
$5,020
$266,600 + $113,400
$380,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,997
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
735102
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved