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Off market aug 2025 for $659K

$846,835

•

1,370

sq ft

486 Franklin St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

*New closets just added to BRs!* Set on a generous ¾-acre lot, this updated 3-bedroom, 2-full bath home offers room to grow! A full bath on each level allows flexibility for a 1st or 2nd floor primary suite. Enjoy modern comforts including a new quartz & stainless kitchen with breakfast bar, a stylish new tile bath with soaker tub, fresh flooring, and electric fireplaces. A walk-in closet so large it can double as a home office space. The inviting front porch welcomes you in, while the deck with built-in benches is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Two separate driveways provide parking for 5–6 cars. In addition to the brand new kitchen and full bath, recent upgrades include; new front entry door w/ keyless lock, front & side entry Ring™ Outdoor Cams, 2024 water heater, new washer & dryer, and new steel bulkhead entry. All this just minutes to I-93, local shops, restaurants, and Reading’s top-rated schools. ** A move-in ready home with expansion potential—don’t miss this one! **

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.77 acresLot Size

$618Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 spacesParking

Buyer's agent

Dan Kessinger Redfin Corp.

Listed by Thomas Liberty • Conway - Dorchester

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•Source:MLS PIN #73396635

Redfin Estimate

$846,835

$188K since sold in August 2025$8,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 4% higher than the average sale price ($815K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$775,000
A
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SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$775,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,609 sq ft
868 Main St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$937,500
C
3 beds2 baths2,311 sq ft
79 Martin Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$795,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,371 sq ft
304 Lowell St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$775,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,200 sq ft
414 Grove St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$830,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,505 sq ft
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Market trends in 01867, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.1%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$950K

$16K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

106

12 MoM

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Sale history for 486 Franklin St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73396635

Aug 29, 2025

Sold

$659,000

$481/sq ft

Jul 29, 2025

Contingent

—

Jul 18, 2025

Price Changed

$669,000

$488/sq ft

Jun 25, 2025

Listed

$689,000

$503/sq ft

MLS PIN #73193460

May 30, 2024

Sold

$640,000

$467/sq ft

Apr 25, 2024

Contingent

—

Feb 19, 2024

Price Changed

$645,000

$471/sq ft

Jan 30, 2024

Price Changed

$649,900

$474/sq ft

Jan 14, 2024

Listed

$658,888

$481/sq ft

+17

Here is your chance to live in Reading! for under 700K!! Views of Meadow Brook Golf Course from this cozy Single Family Bungalow that sits on a long deep 3/4 acre lot which gives plenty of expansion possibilities. Modernized updates include most walls with newly installed shiplap, new flooring, electric fireplace living room and primary bedroom upstairs. Welcoming front porch entry. Home features open kitchen area w/ dining area with high ceilings, a side deck off of kitchens side entrance with built in benches and two driveways. 1 bed down 2 up & can be versatile on use for main primary. Easy access to 93, close to shopping, restaurants and highways. Opportunity knocks to buy in Reading in a fantastic area near golf course with loads of potential to expand. Priced & Sold "AS IS".

MLS PIN #73004617

Aug 23, 2022

Sold

$560,000

$409/sq ft

Jul 20, 2022

Contingent

—

Jul 13, 2022

Price Changed

$569,900

$416/sq ft

Jun 27, 2022

Listed

$579,900

$423/sq ft

+28

QUAINT & COZY, and nestled on a beautiful 3/4 acre lot with views of Meadowbrook Golf Course, this Adorable Bungalow is now available to be yours after 25 years of being loved by the same family. Perfect for the homebuyer with a discerning eye and ability to make this their charming home for years to come and to earn sweat equity! Great opportunity to join the Reading community and all it has to offer! This 3 bedroom home offers a 1st floor open concept plan with high ceilings allowing for easy entertaining of friends and family. An addt'l side room can be the 3rd bedroom or office. Bring your ideas for the Front Porch and its possibilities! The 2nd floor is the classic 2 front to back bedrooms & 1 full bath. The Level Expansive Lot is loaded with privacy and has endless possibilities for the buyer's interests and provides 2 driveways for plenty of offstreet parking. Located close to schools, shopping, parks & recreation, commuter rail, golf, highways. Don't Miss This Opportunity!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,555 (+0.2%)

$511,700 + $239,400

$751,100

2024

$8,536 (+6.2%)

$496,200 + $232,100

$728,300

2023

$8,037 (+5.3%)

$432,200 + $206,200

$638,400

2022

$7,634 (+0.5%)

$387,700 + $185,000

$572,700

2021

$7,596 (+1.0%)

$372,200 + $177,800

$550,000

2020

$7,518 (+2.9%)

$364,700 + $174,200

$538,900

2019

$7,303 (+9.8%)

$347,300 + $165,900

$513,200

2018

$6,649 (+3.4%)

$324,400 + $155,000

$479,400

2017

$6,430 (+3.0%)

$310,100 + $148,200

$458,300

2016

$6,242 (+6.7%)

$295,200 + $135,300

$430,500

2015

$5,848 (+3.2%)

$272,800 + $125,000

$397,800

2014

$5,666 (+16.8%)

$263,600 + $120,800

$384,400

2013

$4,853 (+1.6%)

$240,400 + $84,400

$324,800

2012

$4,776 (+2.4%)

$253,100 + $84,400

$337,500

2011

$4,666

$253,100 + $85,000

$338,100

2010

$4,666 (−7.8%)

$253,100 + $85,000

$338,100

2009

$5,059

$300,300 + $82,700

$383,000

Tax history for 486 Franklin St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,555 (+0.2%)

$511,700 + $239,400

$751,100

2024

$8,536 (+6.2%)

$496,200 + $232,100

$728,300

2023

$8,037 (+5.3%)

$432,200 + $206,200

$638,400

2022

$7,634 (+0.5%)

$387,700 + $185,000

$572,700

2021

$7,596 (+1.0%)

$372,200 + $177,800

$550,000

2020

$7,518 (+2.9%)

$364,700 + $174,200

$538,900

2019

$7,303 (+9.8%)

$347,300 + $165,900

$513,200

2018

$6,649 (+3.4%)

$324,400 + $155,000

$479,400

2017

$6,430 (+3.0%)

$310,100 + $148,200

$458,300

2016

$6,242 (+6.7%)

$295,200 + $135,300

$430,500

2015

$5,848 (+3.2%)

$272,800 + $125,000

$397,800

2014

$5,666 (+16.8%)

$263,600 + $120,800

$384,400

2013

$4,853 (+1.6%)

$240,400 + $84,400

$324,800

2012

$4,776 (+2.4%)

$253,100 + $84,400

$337,500

2011

$4,666

$253,100 + $85,000

$338,100

2010

$4,666 (−7.8%)

$253,100 + $85,000

$338,100

2009

$5,059

$300,300 + $82,700

$383,000

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.77 Acres

Year renovated

1955

Sq. Ft.

1,344

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

736740

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: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Interior Features: High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,370
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.77

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,555
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard

Location

Location Information
Directions: GPS
UnparsedAddress: 486 Franklin St, Reading MA 01867

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Middlesex County
APN: 736740

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Negotiable: All Furnishings, Misc Equipment, Chest Freezer, Lawn Mower, Air Conditioners.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Wood End Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Arthur W Coolidge Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Reading Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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

0.46% 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

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$805,000 – $974,000

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Home values near 486 Franklin St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
500 Franklin St, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1873 Sq. Ft.	$1,158,177
482 Franklin St, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$813,456

Address	Redfin Estimate
506 Franklin St, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1610 Sq. Ft.	$870,163
480 Franklin St, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1932 Sq. Ft.	$886,464

Address	Redfin Estimate
494 Franklin St, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1888 Sq. Ft.	$957,242
476 Franklin St, Reading, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1336 Sq. Ft.	$678,610

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