Nestled in a PRIME READING LOCATION, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a delightful blend of modern updates and inviting features. The UPDATED KITCHEN boasts sleek granite countertops & stainless steel appliances, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Adjacent is a beautiful dining room complete with custom built-ins and period details. Enjoy your morning coffee on the adorable covered front porch or unwind on the private patio ideal for al fresco dining. The home is complete with two generous sized second floor bedrooms, and a finished basement den/office area. Located just minutes from shops, restaurants, and major commuter routes, and the nearby birch meadow complex featuring tennis courts, a playground, the YMCA, schools and much more. This home offers convenience and charm in equal measure. Don’t miss your chance to own this gem!
COTTAGE CHARM makes you want to call this AMAZING house HOME! Situated on a BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED corner lot the FRONT PORCH is just the beginning. Your LIVING ROOM, features CLASSIC PERIOD DETAILS and GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS that continue throughout. The DINING ROOM with BUILT IN CABINETRY opens to an UPDATED KITCHEN with GRANITE COUNTERS and STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. LARGE BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHS and a FINISHED FAMILY ROOM in the lower level COMPLETE this home. Add PLENTY OF STORAGE, detached GARAGE and DOUBLE WIDE DRIVEWAY and you are ready to move in. A SHORT DISTANCE to ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE, HIGH SCHOOL and TOWN SPORTS FIELDS. Easy ACCESS TO HIGHWAYS and PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION. Welcome to Reading!
MLS PIN #71818530
May 27, 2015
Sold
$410,000
$335/sq ft
Apr 20, 2015
Pending
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Apr 16, 2015
Listed
$389,900
$318/sq ft
+20
Enjoy your summer evenings on the porch swing! YOU WONT BELIEVE how attractive this BIRCH MEADOW BUNGALOW is until you see it! This house has been METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED and features a gorgeous UPDATED KITCHEN with GRANITE COUNTERS & STAINLESS APPLIANCES. Classic period details, woodwork, and hardwood floors throughout. 2 updated full baths, finished family room in lower level. Great storage. DETACHED GARAGE and DOUBLE WIDE DRIVEWAY , LARGE PATIO. Very Close to the Birch Meadow School complex, and athletic fields. Nicely landscaped with something always in bloom. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY APRIL 19th from 1 to 3 pm.
MLS PIN #71205512
Jun 1, 2011
Sold
$345,000
$282/sq ft
Mar 28, 2011
Contingent
—
Mar 25, 2011
Listed
$349,900
$286/sq ft
MLS PIN #30817009
May 21, 2004
Sold
$344,900
$282/sq ft
Mar 18, 2004
Listing Removed
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Feb 25, 2004
Listed
$344,900
$282/sq ft
MLS PIN #30481946
May 14, 2001
Sold
$267,000
$218/sq ft
Mar 16, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Feb 28, 2001
Listed
$266,900
$218/sq ft
MLS PIN #30213038
Jul 14, 1998
Sold
$187,500
$153/sq ft
May 18, 1998
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 1998
Listed
$189,000
$154/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,095 (+3.0%)
$406,100 + $216,800
$622,900
2024
$6,888 (−2.3%)
$382,900 + $204,800
$587,700
2023
$7,049 (+3.8%)
$364,600 + $195,300
$559,900
2022
$6,792 (+2.3%)
$331,500 + $178,000
$509,500
2021
$6,638 (+4.5%)
$309,400 + $171,300
$480,700
2020
$6,351 (+2.9%)
$292,900 + $162,400
$455,300
2019
$6,173 (+7.9%)
$278,900 + $154,900
$433,800
2018
$5,720 (+3.2%)
$265,000 + $147,400
$412,400
2017
$5,540 (−0.7%)
$253,600 + $141,300
$394,900
2016
$5,578 (+3.4%)
$252,500 + $132,200
$384,700
2015
$5,395 (+3.2%)
$233,300 + $133,700
$367,000
2014
$5,228 (+7.6%)
$225,400 + $129,300
$354,700
2013
$4,860 (+6.4%)
$232,400 + $92,900
$325,300
2012
$4,568 (+2.3%)
$244,600 + $78,200
$322,800
2011
$4,467
$244,600 + $79,100
$323,700
2010
$4,467 (+0.4%)
$244,600 + $79,100
$323,700
2009
$4,448
$261,700 + $75,000
$336,700
Tax history for 13 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,095 (+3.0%)
$406,100 + $216,800
$622,900
2024
$6,888 (−2.3%)
$382,900 + $204,800
$587,700
2023
$7,049 (+3.8%)
$364,600 + $195,300
$559,900
2022
$6,792 (+2.3%)
$331,500 + $178,000
$509,500
2021
$6,638 (+4.5%)
$309,400 + $171,300
$480,700
2020
$6,351 (+2.9%)
$292,900 + $162,400
$455,300
2019
$6,173 (+7.9%)
$278,900 + $154,900
$433,800
2018
$5,720 (+3.2%)
$265,000 + $147,400
$412,400
2017
$5,540 (−0.7%)
$253,600 + $141,300
$394,900
2016
$5,578 (+3.4%)
$252,500 + $132,200
$384,700
2015
$5,395 (+3.2%)
$233,300 + $133,700
$367,000
2014
$5,228 (+7.6%)
$225,400 + $129,300
$354,700
2013
$4,860 (+6.4%)
$232,400 + $92,900
$325,300
2012
$4,568 (+2.3%)
$244,600 + $78,200
$322,800
2011
$4,467
$244,600 + $79,100
$323,700
2010
$4,467 (+0.4%)
$244,600 + $79,100
$323,700
2009
$4,448
$261,700 + $75,000
$336,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
1,225
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
735898
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall
Living Room Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access
Family Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 18
Width: 10
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,888
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main street to Ridge Road
UnparsedAddress: 13 Ridge Road, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,225
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735898
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.1mi
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
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
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$743,000 – $900,000
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