Enjoy single family living while reaping the rental benefits of a legal accessory apartment. 2 family home nestled in a popular Birch Meadow location, you’ll find a handsome 3 bed/1.5 charming Colonial equipped with tall ceilings, period details, hardwood flooring, and crown molding throughout. The bright and open kitchen features granite counters, tile back-splash, stainless steel appliances, and convenient breakfast counter. Head upstairs to find 3 bedrooms (hardwood under carpet) with bonus walk up attic ideal for rec room or home office. Accessory unit offers original wide pine floors, built ins, large kitchen, spacious bedroom and full bath. "Forever" interlocked aluminium roof, replacement windows, vinyl siding, all new insulation, private fenced in yard surrounded by mature plantings, and a huge driveway which can fit nearly a dozen cars. Conveniently located just minutes to all major highways and downtown Reading. Here’s your chance to make a smart investment in a great town!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1865Year Built
10,000 sq ftLot Size
$396Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
12 spacesParking
Listed by Susan Gormady Group• Classified Realty Group
The roof is aluminum "forever" roof with a 50 year transferrable warranty. The windows are all NewPro windows installed 1 year ago.
MLS PIN #30527623
Oct 12, 2001
Sold
$300,000
$134/sq ft
Aug 21, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jul 27, 2001
Listed
$329,900
$148/sq ft
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE IN READING. LEGAL 2 FAMILY IDEAL FOR EXTENDED FAMILY OR INCOME PROPERTY, FENCED IN YARD,, SEPARATE HEATING, LAUNDRY HOOK UP IN EACH UNIT, LOADS OF STORAGE, OFF STREET PARKING., EASY TO SHOW.
MLS PIN #11047241
Apr 15, 1994
Sold
$232,000
$104/sq ft
Feb 14, 1994
Listing Removed
—
Oct 26, 1993
Listed
$239,900
$107/sq ft
MLS PIN #11047240
Feb 11, 1994
Sold
$199,900
$90/sq ft
Dec 24, 1993
Listing Removed
—
Oct 27, 1993
Listed
$199,900
$90/sq ft
MLS PIN #11047239
Feb 22, 1994
Sold
$242,455
$109/sq ft
Nov 10, 1993
Listing Removed
—
Oct 26, 1993
Listed
$229,900
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,066 (+0.2%)
$455,400 + $340,600
$796,000
2024
$9,047 (−1.7%)
$441,600 + $330,300
$771,900
2023
$9,200 (+5.3%)
$384,700 + $346,000
$730,700
2022
$8,736 (+3.0%)
$345,000 + $310,400
$655,400
2021
$8,482 (+1.0%)
$331,200 + $283,000
$614,200
2020
$8,398 (+2.9%)
$324,600 + $277,400
$602,000
2019
$8,158 (+9.8%)
$309,100 + $264,200
$573,300
2018
$7,427 (+3.4%)
$288,700 + $246,800
$535,500
2017
$7,183 (+11.1%)
$276,000 + $236,000
$512,000
2016
$6,468 (+3.0%)
$262,700 + $183,400
$446,100
2015
$6,281 (+2.3%)
$242,800 + $184,500
$427,300
2014
$6,139 (+13.0%)
$234,600 + $181,900
$416,500
2013
$5,432 (+2.1%)
$234,500 + $129,100
$363,600
2012
$5,319 (+2.1%)
$246,800 + $129,100
$375,900
2011
$5,208
$246,800 + $130,600
$377,400
2010
$5,208 (−8.2%)
$246,800 + $130,600
$377,400
2009
$5,672
$276,900 + $152,500
$429,400
Tax history for 27 Grove St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,066 (+0.2%)
$455,400 + $340,600
$796,000
2024
$9,047 (−1.7%)
$441,600 + $330,300
$771,900
2023
$9,200 (+5.3%)
$384,700 + $346,000
$730,700
2022
$8,736 (+3.0%)
$345,000 + $310,400
$655,400
2021
$8,482 (+1.0%)
$331,200 + $283,000
$614,200
2020
$8,398 (+2.9%)
$324,600 + $277,400
$602,000
2019
$8,158 (+9.8%)
$309,100 + $264,200
$573,300
2018
$7,427 (+3.4%)
$288,700 + $246,800
$535,500
2017
$7,183 (+11.1%)
$276,000 + $236,000
$512,000
2016
$6,468 (+3.0%)
$262,700 + $183,400
$446,100
2015
$6,281 (+2.3%)
$242,800 + $184,500
$427,300
2014
$6,139 (+13.0%)
$234,600 + $181,900
$416,500
2013
$5,432 (+2.1%)
$234,500 + $129,100
$363,600
2012
$5,319 (+2.1%)
$246,800 + $129,100
$375,900
2011
$5,208
$246,800 + $130,600
$377,400
2010
$5,208 (−8.2%)
$246,800 + $130,600
$377,400
2009
$5,672
$276,900 + $152,500
$429,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-Up Attic, Storage, Crown Molding, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, High Speed Internet, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,233
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Metal Roofing (Recycled)
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,736
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Individual
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: Lowell to Grove
UnparsedAddress: 27 Grove Street, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,233
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1865
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735835
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Appliances Included As Gifts And In As-Is Condition.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
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.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$840,000 – $1.02M
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