Opportunities like this are genuinely rare in Reading! This stately Victorian two-family blends timeless character with practical versatility. Soaring ceilings, oversized windows flooding every room with natural light, and classic architectural details set it apart from anything new construction can offer. Unit 1 features 3 beds, 2 baths, LR, eat-in kitchen, & an inviting screened porch + deck for outdoor enjoyment. Unit 2 offers 2 beds, 2 baths, an open LR, eat-in kitchen, private deck, & a spectacular loft space full of possibilities. Both units share fully fenced backyard, off-street parking, and basement w/ laundry, a workshop area, and generous storage for each unit. Whether you're an owner-occupant looking to offset your mortgage w/ rental income or an investor seeking a character-rich asset, this property delivers on every front. Well maintained, and all of this just minutes from Reading's vibrant downtown, library, and the MBTA Commuter Rail, putting Boston within easy reach.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
9,065 sq ftLot Size
$457Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Team Ladner• RE/MAX Harmony
Listed by Erin Gaffen• RE/MAX Harmony
Bought with Kimberly O'Neil Mara• Century 21 North East
Large 2 family in desirable library area. Walk to Train, shopping, library and schools.Owners unit on second floor has cathedral ceilings with a loft. second floor unit has a two person jacuzzi in one of the two full baths. Excellent opportunity for owner occupied, conversion to condos, or investment. Both units have private decks, and porches, ample parking, a must see!
Interior Features: Storage, Laundry Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Lead Certification Available, Crown Molding, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Living Room, Kitchen, Loft
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,296
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 4
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Yellow
Lead Paint: None, Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool Information
Spa Features: Bath
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Above Grade Finished Area: 2296
Levels: 4
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Cleared
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,634
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Unit Control, Steam
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Check W/ Supt.
Middle Or Junior School: Check W/ Supt.
High School: Rmhs
Location Information
Directions: Lowell St > High St OR Middlesex Ave > High St
UnparsedAddress: 173 High St, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,296
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Middlesex County
APN: 734291
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
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 • 0.3mi
7/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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 97° expected this year, 15 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Reading, MA • 01867
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$984,000 – $1.19M
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