OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2019 for $601K

$835,769

•

1,344

sq ft

23 Locust St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

Welcome Home to this lovely renovated Colonial! Great bones in this charming 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath home with hardwood floors, new 200 amp electrical service, plumbing, including a high efficiency hot water system, heating system and central air. Kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry & ½ bath all on the first floor! Eat breakfast at the beautiful 7 ft. island in kitchen or take your dining outside to the brand new composite deck overlooking spacious backyard. Oversized lot w/expansion possibilities, close to downtown and located in sought after Birch Meadow School district! Come make an offer and make this home your own!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.44 acresLot Size

$622Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Tracy Johnson • LAER Realty Partners

Bought with Amber Orton • RE/MAX Platinum

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72528011

Redfin Estimate

$835,769

$235K since sold in August 2019$6,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 3.3% higher than the average sale price ($809K) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$775,000
B
2 beds1.5 baths1,529 sq ft
16 Elm St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$960,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,765 sq ft
14 Federal St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$895,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,722 sq ft
18 Wells Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$715,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,824 sq ft
215 Pearl St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$715,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,426 sq ft
12 Lakeview Ave, Reading, MA 01867

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Market trends in 01867, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.1%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$965K

$70K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

3 days MoM

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29 MoM

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Sale history for 23 Locust St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72528011

Aug 27, 2019

Sold

$601,000

$447/sq ft

Jul 25, 2019

Pending

—

Jul 17, 2019

Contingent

—

Jul 10, 2019

Listed

$579,900

$431/sq ft

MLS PIN #72411131

Nov 26, 2018

Sold

$375,000

$279/sq ft

Oct 24, 2018

Pending

—

Oct 16, 2018

Listed

$389,000

$289/sq ft

+11

ATTENTION CONTRACTORS AND INVESTORS! Do not miss this great opportunity to buy a property under $400K and make it into a buyer's dream home. Located on a spacious corner lot with easy access to downtown Reading, highway and commuter rail in the very desirable Birch Meadow elementary school district. Spacious kitchen has great potential to be turned into a chefs dream kitchen. Large windows throughout the first floor offers great natural light; a spacious dining room, living room and a full bathroom. Second floor has three nice size bedrooms and a bathroom all ready for upgrades and personal touches. The large lot can be turned in anything you set your mind to, offering unlimited possibilities. Bring your imagination and turn this property into a gorgeous home that every buyer will want to own. OPEN HOUSE: Sunday 10/21/2018 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,091 (−1.1%)

$479,400 + $231,000

$710,400

2024

$8,185 (−1.2%)

$471,300 + $227,100

$698,400

2023

$8,285 (+3.2%)

$444,100 + $214,000

$658,100

2022

$8,026 (+6.7%)

$406,300 + $195,800

$602,100

2021

$7,521 (+1.9%)

$350,400 + $194,200

$544,600

2020

$7,381 (+5.5%)

$339,100 + $190,000

$529,100

2019

$6,997 (+7.8%)

$317,900 + $173,800

$491,700

2018

$6,493 (+5.9%)

$302,600 + $165,500

$468,100

2017

$6,133 (+3.1%)

$282,600 + $154,500

$437,100

2016

$5,946 (+3.6%)

$283,600 + $126,500

$410,100

2015

$5,740 (+7.2%)

$270,000 + $120,500

$390,500

2014

$5,355 (+11.8%)

$251,200 + $112,100

$363,300

2013

$4,790 (+1.5%)

$242,900 + $77,700

$320,600

2012

$4,718 (+2.3%)

$255,700 + $77,700

$333,400

2011

$4,611

$255,700 + $78,400

$334,100

2010

$4,611 (−4.9%)

$255,700 + $78,400

$334,100

2009

$4,849

$292,200 + $74,900

$367,100

Tax history for 23 Locust St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,091 (−1.1%)

$479,400 + $231,000

$710,400

2024

$8,185 (−1.2%)

$471,300 + $227,100

$698,400

2023

$8,285 (+3.2%)

$444,100 + $214,000

$658,100

2022

$8,026 (+6.7%)

$406,300 + $195,800

$602,100

2021

$7,521 (+1.9%)

$350,400 + $194,200

$544,600

2020

$7,381 (+5.5%)

$339,100 + $190,000

$529,100

2019

$6,997 (+7.8%)

$317,900 + $173,800

$491,700

2018

$6,493 (+5.9%)

$302,600 + $165,500

$468,100

2017

$6,133 (+3.1%)

$282,600 + $154,500

$437,100

2016

$5,946 (+3.6%)

$283,600 + $126,500

$410,100

2015

$5,740 (+7.2%)

$270,000 + $120,500

$390,500

2014

$5,355 (+11.8%)

$251,200 + $112,100

$363,300

2013

$4,790 (+1.5%)

$242,900 + $77,700

$320,600

2012

$4,718 (+2.3%)

$255,700 + $77,700

$333,400

2011

$4,611

$255,700 + $78,400

$334,100

2010

$4,611 (−4.9%)

$255,700 + $78,400

$334,100

2009

$4,849

$292,200 + $74,900

$367,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.44 Acres

Year renovated

1952

Sq. Ft.

1,344

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

735178

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: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Level: First

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony / Deck

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Walk-in Storage, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Dining Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Pine

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,344
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: white

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.44
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,996.89
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt. 28 to Locust Street, corner of Beacon
UnparsedAddress: 23 Locust Street, Reading MA 01867

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735178

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 • 0.7mi

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

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.

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4.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$794,000 – $962,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 Locust St, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2033 Sq. Ft.	$904,602
20 Locust St, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2045 Sq. Ft.	$843,542

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Locust St, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1314 Sq. Ft.	$843,757
33 Locust St, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 99999 Sq. Ft.	$822,369

Address	Redfin Estimate
28 Locust St, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1428 Sq. Ft.	$752,237
13 Locust St, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1552 Sq. Ft.	$849,615

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