Situated on a BEAUTIFUL raised lot, this TWO-FAMILY HOME has been COMPLETELY UPDATED. NEW CEDAR SHINGLES, along with FRESHLY PAINTED trim, add to the curb appeal. There are TWO newer GAS HEATING SYSTEMS, separate ELECTRICAL, NEW WINDOWS, and a NEW 50-year ROOF. The MAIN UNIT boasts a RECENTLY RENOVATED KITCHEN with GRANITE and STAINLESS APPLIANCES, DINING and LIVING ROOMS, THREE BEDROOMS and TWO FULL BATHS. This unit also has access to a FINISHED lower level. The bonus is a DECK off the MASTER BEDROOM overlooking the INCREDIBLE PRIVATE BACK YARD. The SECOND floor unit also has THREE BEDROOMS along with an EAT-IN KITCHEN with GRANITE COUNTERS, an over-sized LIVING ROOM and FULL BATH. NUMEROUS rooms in each unit have HARDWOOD FLOORING (also under some carpeting). Along with a DETACHED TWO-CAR GARAGE, the DRIVEWAY can handle up to TEN CARS. Whether you need EXTENDED FAMILY LIVING or are looking for someone to HELP PAY THE MORTGAGE, this home needs NOTHING BUT YOU!!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
2.31 acresLot Size
$369Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Margaret O'Sullivan• Premier Realty Group, Inc.
Bought with Mary Ann Quinn Group• Premier Realty Group, Inc.
MOST OUTSTANDING 8+ AND 5 TWO FAM. ON GORG LOT. IN ADD. TO 29K+SF-ADDL. LOT OF 1.637 ACRES INCLUDED(NOT BLDABLE) APPRX. TAX $100YR. BEAU. LIKE NEW HUGE 1ST FL OWNERS UNIT. MANY IMPROVEMENTS INCL. WINDOWS, KIT, ETC. GREAT 5RM 3BR APT.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,915 (+3.0%)
$537,600 + $420,700
$958,300
2024
$10,597 (−2.3%)
$506,900 + $397,300
$904,200
2023
$10,848 (+3.8%)
$482,800 + $378,800
$861,600
2022
$10,453 (+3.6%)
$438,900 + $345,300
$784,200
2021
$10,085 (+6.5%)
$410,500 + $319,800
$730,300
2020
$9,466 (+2.9%)
$388,700 + $289,900
$678,600
2019
$9,203 (+7.9%)
$370,200 + $276,500
$646,700
2018
$8,526 (+3.2%)
$351,600 + $263,100
$614,700
2017
$8,258 (+5.7%)
$336,500 + $252,100
$588,600
2016
$7,813 (+3.5%)
$335,500 + $203,300
$538,800
2015
$7,550 (−4.9%)
$310,000 + $203,600
$513,600
2014
$7,942 (+20.1%)
$299,500 + $239,300
$538,800
2013
$6,612 (+2.4%)
$262,200 + $180,400
$442,600
2012
$6,458 (+3.2%)
$276,000 + $180,400
$456,400
2011
$6,256
$276,000 + $177,300
$453,300
2010
$6,256 (−10.0%)
$276,000 + $177,300
$453,300
2009
$6,950
$309,000 + $217,100
$526,100
Tax history for 21 Cross St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,915 (+3.0%)
$537,600 + $420,700
$958,300
2024
$10,597 (−2.3%)
$506,900 + $397,300
$904,200
2023
$10,848 (+3.8%)
$482,800 + $378,800
$861,600
2022
$10,453 (+3.6%)
$438,900 + $345,300
$784,200
2021
$10,085 (+6.5%)
$410,500 + $319,800
$730,300
2020
$9,466 (+2.9%)
$388,700 + $289,900
$678,600
2019
$9,203 (+7.9%)
$370,200 + $276,500
$646,700
2018
$8,526 (+3.2%)
$351,600 + $263,100
$614,700
2017
$8,258 (+5.7%)
$336,500 + $252,100
$588,600
2016
$7,813 (+3.5%)
$335,500 + $203,300
$538,800
2015
$7,550 (−4.9%)
$310,000 + $203,600
$513,600
2014
$7,942 (+20.1%)
$299,500 + $239,300
$538,800
2013
$6,612 (+2.4%)
$262,200 + $180,400
$442,600
2012
$6,458 (+3.2%)
$276,000 + $180,400
$456,400
2011
$6,256
$276,000 + $177,300
$453,300
2010
$6,256 (−10.0%)
$276,000 + $177,300
$453,300
2009
$6,950
$309,000 + $217,100
$526,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.31 Acres
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
3,680
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
731245
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
Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Basement Information
Basement: Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 14
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Interior Features: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,056
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: beige
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.31
Lot Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,525
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: MAIN TO CROSS OR ASH TO CROSS.
UnparsedAddress: 21 Cross Street, 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, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,680
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.31 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Middlesex County
APN: 731245
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Flag Pole And Flag.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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
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, 15 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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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
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Estimated sale price
$1.07M – $1.30M
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