Discover the potential of this unique 2-family property with bonus “commercial” space, no longer in use but possible to reinstate through the ZBA. Buyer must perform their own due diligence since property is no longer zoned for commercial use. However, the bonus unit provides loads of other options in connection with the 2 family! Both apartments offer open floor plan, full bath, in-unit laundry with unit 1 featuring an additional room ideal for home office or additional bedroom. Plenty of storage in full basement with parking to accommodate up to 8 cars, plus updated systems. Located just minutes from downtown Reading, commuter rail station, major grocery stores, Starbucks, & all your favorite restaurants, plus seconds to RT 95 & 93. Contact us today to schedule a viewing & explore the possibilities this property holds. With its commuter friendly location & versatile features, it's an investment that promises both convenience & potential for growth.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
6,820 sq ftLot Size
$348Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by Susan Gormady Group• Classified Realty Group
This is a mixed use Residential/Commercial use property. It consists of a two unit home and a store front. It is in need of a fair amount of work to both the house and the store front. It's situated on a busy street close to a a large commercial...
area.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joe Petrucci
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 243 Washington St
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73163925
Nov 8, 2023
Sold
$642,000
$268/sq ft
Oct 6, 2023
Contingent
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Sep 27, 2023
Listed
$675,000
$281/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$324,600 + $299,100
$623,700
2024
$381,500 + $405,900
$787,400
2023
$348,200 + $375,100
$723,300
2022
$302,800 + $330,700
$633,500
2021
$277,400 + $332,300
$609,700
2020
$264,000 + $315,700
$579,700
2019
$251,700 + $301,000
$552,700
2018
$235,100 + $282,800
$517,900
2017
$6,922 (+15.1%)
$223,700 + $269,700
$493,400
2016
$6,013 (+5.3%)
$212,800 + $201,900
$414,700
2015
$5,712 (+7.3%)
$199,400 + $189,200
$388,600
2014
$5,321 (+1.2%)
$191,700 + $169,300
$361,000
2013
$5,257 (+3.7%)
$211,360 + $140,500
$351,860
2012
$5,071 (+2.5%)
$217,900 + $140,500
$358,400
2011
$4,946
$217,900 + $140,500
$358,400
2010
$4,946 (−6.0%)
$217,900 + $140,500
$358,400
2009
$5,260
$271,600 + $126,600
$398,200
Tax history for 243 Washington St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$324,600 + $299,100
$623,700
2024
$381,500 + $405,900
$787,400
2023
$348,200 + $375,100
$723,300
2022
$302,800 + $330,700
$633,500
2021
$277,400 + $332,300
$609,700
2020
$264,000 + $315,700
$579,700
2019
$251,700 + $301,000
$552,700
2018
$235,100 + $282,800
$517,900
2017
$6,922 (+15.1%)
$223,700 + $269,700
$493,400
2016
$6,013 (+5.3%)
$212,800 + $201,900
$414,700
2015
$5,712 (+7.3%)
$199,400 + $189,200
$388,600
2014
$5,321 (+1.2%)
$191,700 + $169,300
$361,000
2013
$5,257 (+3.7%)
$211,360 + $140,500
$351,860
2012
$5,071 (+2.5%)
$217,900 + $140,500
$358,400
2011
$4,946
$217,900 + $140,500
$358,400
2010
$4,946 (−6.0%)
$217,900 + $140,500
$358,400
2009
$5,260
$271,600 + $126,600
$398,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Middlesex County
APN
4235438
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Common, Paved
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Open Floorplan, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living RM/Dining RM Combo, Office/Den
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,400
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,106.34
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Individually Metered
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Heating Units: 3
Cooling: Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Cooling Units: 0
Location
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Location Information
Directions: Across from Village Street, near Market Basket
UnparsedAddress: 243 Washington St, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 4235438
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer Will Remain In Both Units.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$795,000 – $962,000
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