HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO LIVE IN READING ON A HALF ACRE OF LAND! NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN AND ENJOY THIS NEAT AS A PIN, UPDATED CAPE on DEAD END STREET! MAPLE & GRANITE KITCHEN with BREAKFAST BAR. SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM, OPEN FLOOR PLAN, HARDWOOD FLOORS,& UPDATED BATHS. NEWER HEATING SYSTEM, NEWER SIDING, INSULATION, WINDOWS & GUTTERS PLUS CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING,
Single-familyProperty Type
1933Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$574Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by The Janice Sullivan Team• RE/MAX Leading Edge
Bought with The Janice Sullivan Team• RE/MAX Leading Edge
Beautifully updated like new cape located on nice cul-de-sac. New Maple/Granite Kitchen with Island, hardwood floors. Large bright living room with shiny new hardwood floors. Three new bedrooms with brand new carpeting. Two brand new baths. Home has been renovated top to bottom. New Heating and Central Air, Siding, Windows, Gutters and Insulation. Fence enclosed 20 x 40 inground pool. Large 1/2 acre lot, parking for 6. A Must See! Just in time for the first time homebuyer's credit!
MLS PIN #70964785
Sep 23, 2009
Sold
$201,000
$149/sq ft
Sep 2, 2009
Contingent
—
Aug 23, 2009
Listed
$201,000
$149/sq ft
READING SINGLE FAMILY-GUTTED TO STUDS-NEEDS COMPLETE REHAB OR TEAR DOWN - LARGE LOT, INGROUND POOL; EXTERIOR & WINDOWS IN GOOD SHAPE; BANK OWNED, NO CHANGES TO P&S TO BE SIGNED 48 HOURS AFTER ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER; SOLD AS-IS, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY; ALL OFFERS MUST INCLUDE: ADDENDUM A DOC AVAILABLE ON MA PASS & FINANCING INFO WITH FICO SCORES OR PROOF OF FUNDS FOR CASH OFFERS - INCOMPLETE WILL BE RETURNED TO BUYERS AGENT;
MLS PIN #70482524
Dec 8, 2006
Sold
$263,850
$195/sq ft
Nov 5, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 27, 2006
Listed
$279,900
$207/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,377 (+3.0%)
$467,600 + $267,900
$735,500
2024
$8,130 (−2.3%)
$440,900 + $252,800
$693,700
2023
$8,319 (+3.8%)
$419,900 + $240,900
$660,800
2022
$8,011 (+3.4%)
$381,700 + $219,300
$601,000
2021
$7,747 (+4.5%)
$356,300 + $204,700
$561,000
2020
$7,412 (+2.9%)
$337,300 + $194,000
$531,300
2019
$7,202 (+7.9%)
$321,200 + $184,900
$506,100
2018
$6,673 (+3.3%)
$305,200 + $175,900
$481,100
2017
$6,461 (+15.1%)
$292,000 + $168,500
$460,500
2016
$5,613 (+4.6%)
$241,500 + $145,600
$387,100
2015
$5,364 (+3.7%)
$226,300 + $138,600
$364,900
2014
$5,174 (−1.1%)
$217,600 + $133,400
$351,000
2013
$5,232 (+2.2%)
$223,100 + $127,100
$350,200
2012
$5,121
$234,800 + $127,100
$361,900
2011
$5,123
$234,800 + $136,400
$371,200
2010
$5,123 (+30.3%)
$234,800 + $136,400
$371,200
2009
$3,933
$222,800 + $74,900
$297,700
Tax history for 26 Border Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,377 (+3.0%)
$467,600 + $267,900
$735,500
2024
$8,130 (−2.3%)
$440,900 + $252,800
$693,700
2023
$8,319 (+3.8%)
$419,900 + $240,900
$660,800
2022
$8,011 (+3.4%)
$381,700 + $219,300
$601,000
2021
$7,747 (+4.5%)
$356,300 + $204,700
$561,000
2020
$7,412 (+2.9%)
$337,300 + $194,000
$531,300
2019
$7,202 (+7.9%)
$321,200 + $184,900
$506,100
2018
$6,673 (+3.3%)
$305,200 + $175,900
$481,100
2017
$6,461 (+15.1%)
$292,000 + $168,500
$460,500
2016
$5,613 (+4.6%)
$241,500 + $145,600
$387,100
2015
$5,364 (+3.7%)
$226,300 + $138,600
$364,900
2014
$5,174 (−1.1%)
$217,600 + $133,400
$351,000
2013
$5,232 (+2.2%)
$223,100 + $127,100
$350,200
2012
$5,121
$234,800 + $127,100
$361,900
2011
$5,123
$234,800 + $136,400
$371,200
2010
$5,123 (+30.3%)
$234,800 + $136,400
$371,200
2009
$3,933
$222,800 + $74,900
$297,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,183
Year built
1933
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
730273
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 Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 247
Length: 19
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 48
Length: 8
Width: 6
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 96
Length: 12
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 168
Length: 14
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,350
Foundation Area: 528
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,231.99
Tax Year: 2013
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: West Street to Border Road
UnparsedAddress: 26 Border Road, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,183
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1933
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Middlesex County
APN: 730273
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Joshua Eaton Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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, 14 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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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
$736,000 – $891,000
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