INVESTORS! Don’t miss your chance to own this RARE 4-Family in downtown Reading center. Nothing to do but collect rent from the established tenants and build equity for your future. Condo conversion also an option. All 4 tenants are Tenants At Will. The property has two 1BR units and two 2BR units. Both units of the #40 side are CERTIFIED DELEADED. Lots of basement storage on both sides, as well as 2 parking spaces. Each unit has separate utilities. Renovations by prior owner include windows (2015), roof (2014), gas furnace (2012). Recent updates to 3 units include updated electrical, new stove, new vent hood, new toilet, gutter extensions and masonry repair. Perfectly located within walking distance to everything downtown Reading has to offer, including Commuter Rail, Senior Center, shops, banks, schools, medical, dental, pharmacy and restaurants. Group showing Monday, November 6th from 4:00-6:00 PM.
INVESTORS! RARE OPPORTUNITY! OWNER OCCUPANTS: FULLY RENTED~4 UNIT, MULTI-FAMILY! PRIME LOCATION by VIBRANT DOWNTOWN READING w SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, "MBTA" COMMUTER RAIL STATION! UNIT 38-1: (RENOS 2018) 1 BEDRM, LV RM, LG EAT-IN KIT, LGE W/I CLOSET, FULL BATH. UNIT 38-2: (RENO 2021)TOWNHOUSE STYLE~LV RM, EAT-IN KIT, OFFICE, 2 BEDRMS, BONUS RM, BATH & LGE W/I CLOSET. UNIT 40-1 (RENOS 2018) & UNIT 40-2 (RENOS 2019)" are ALMOST IDENTICAL as UNITS on 38 SIDE. W/D Hook-Ups. GAS HEAT! ENG WD FLOOR & TILE! BASEMENT STORAGE! 2 Park Spaces, Windows 2015~Roof 2014~GAS Furn 10 Yrs~ SEPARATE UTILITIES ***UNITS: 38/1 TAW $1000(for 5 YRS)**40/1 $1400 (3YRS)**38/2 LEASED THRU 4/14/22 $2100**40/2 LEASED THRU 5/14/22 $2100. MAINTAIN COVID GUIDELINES ~ MASKS /BOOTIES REQ "4 SEPARATE SHOWING TIMES": SAT 2/12 (11:30-1)SUN 2/13(12-1:30)SAT 2/19(11:30-1) SUN 2/20(12-1:30) OFFERS DUE 2/21/22- OFFERS GOOD THRU 2/23~ Sellers reserve the right to accept an offer prior to 2/23. (48hr Notice 2nd Showing)
MLS PIN #70306838
Mar 24, 2006
Sold
$570,000
$176/sq ft
Feb 13, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 23, 2005
Listed
$599,900
$185/sq ft
Rare opportunity to own 4 units just a stone's throw away from Reading Square. Walk to trains, shops, and restaurants from this unique property. Two two bedroom units, on 2 floors each. Two one bedroom units, on the first floor. Do not miss this opportunity. ****Parking spaces available from senior center next door for $25 a year****
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,927 (+16.1%)
$394,100 + $828,600
$1,222,700
2024
$11,994 (−3.2%)
$370,500 + $652,900
$1,023,400
2023
$12,396 (+28.2%)
$338,200 + $646,400
$984,600
2022
$9,668 (+5.2%)
$294,100 + $431,200
$725,300
2021
$9,193 (+4.0%)
$269,400 + $396,300
$665,700
2020
$8,837 (+2.8%)
$256,400 + $377,100
$633,500
2019
$8,593 (+9.8%)
$244,400 + $359,500
$603,900
2018
$7,827 (+3.9%)
$228,400 + $335,900
$564,300
2017
$7,533 (+3.9%)
$217,300 + $319,600
$536,900
2016
$7,253 (+3.5%)
$205,300 + $294,900
$500,200
2015
$7,005 (+4.7%)
$195,600 + $280,900
$476,500
2014
$6,688 (−9.6%)
$186,200 + $267,500
$453,700
2013
$7,395 (+5.6%)
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2012
$7,004 (+2.5%)
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2011
$6,831
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2010
$6,831 (−0.4%)
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2009
$6,856
$200,400 + $318,600
$519,000
Tax history for 38-40 Pleasant St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,927 (+16.1%)
$394,100 + $828,600
$1,222,700
2024
$11,994 (−3.2%)
$370,500 + $652,900
$1,023,400
2023
$12,396 (+28.2%)
$338,200 + $646,400
$984,600
2022
$9,668 (+5.2%)
$294,100 + $431,200
$725,300
2021
$9,193 (+4.0%)
$269,400 + $396,300
$665,700
2020
$8,837 (+2.8%)
$256,400 + $377,100
$633,500
2019
$8,593 (+9.8%)
$244,400 + $359,500
$603,900
2018
$7,827 (+3.9%)
$228,400 + $335,900
$564,300
2017
$7,533 (+3.9%)
$217,300 + $319,600
$536,900
2016
$7,253 (+3.5%)
$205,300 + $294,900
$500,200
2015
$7,005 (+4.7%)
$195,600 + $280,900
$476,500
2014
$6,688 (−9.6%)
$186,200 + $267,500
$453,700
2013
$7,395 (+5.6%)
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2012
$7,004 (+2.5%)
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2011
$6,831
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2010
$6,831 (−0.4%)
$244,400 + $250,600
$495,000
2009
$6,856
$200,400 + $318,600
$519,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Unit #3 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #4 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,240
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 6
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: White
Lead Paint: Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Property Information
PropertySubType: 4 Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,396
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Unit Control, Hot Water
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main to Pleasant
UnparsedAddress: 38-40 Pleasant St, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,240
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 3,244 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Middlesex County
APN: 733915
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on May 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Tenants' Personal Property.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 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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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.