This expansive 4 bed, 2.5 bath custom-built home offers room for everyone with 4 finished levels and flexible spaces perfect for multigenerational living. The main level is ideal for both everyday living and holiday entertaining, featuring a spacious dining room, large living room, and a huge eat-in kitchen—plus a beautiful Brady Sunroom overlooking the oversized, flat backyard. You'll also find a private office, laundry, and half bath on this level. The second floor offers four generously sized bedrooms, including an en suite primary. The top floor is a versatile flex space—ideal for a home office, playroom, guest room, or anything your lifestyle needs. Two driveways, a charming front porch, and thoughtful design throughout complete this well-loved home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$334Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
10 spacesParking
Listed by The Kennedy Team• Classified Realty Group
The term "CUSTOM BUILT" is exemplified in this 1 of a kind colonial beauty. Upon entering from the gracious rocking chair porch you are pleasantly surprised by the sprawling 17x10 airy foyer and open floorplan. Contemporary floor to ceiling columns separate the fireplace living room from the entertainment sized dining room on your left. Welcome to a true FAMILY sized kitchen boasting brand new quartz counters and back splash. With a wonderful center island and separate dining area this has been the home of many family gatherings and parties,. You will be wowed by the totally glassed "Brady Built" Sunroom Room with radiant heat. A lovely 1/2 bath, sep laundry room and terrific office/toy/guest room will just wet your appetite making u anxious to continue touring the other 3 floors. A lrg level useable yard awaits your pool install. Yes a 2 car gar can be built. Please see attached detail sheet as there are too many extras to fit in this small space. Call listing broker to show.
MLS PIN #30529030
Oct 15, 2001
Sold
$289,900
$62/sq ft
Aug 24, 2001
Listing Removed
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Aug 1, 2001
Listed
$289,900
$62/sq ft
WELL MAINTAINED RANCH IN DELIGHTFUL NEIGHBORHOOD. DECK OVERLOOKS LARGE LEVEL YARD WITH SHED.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,216 (+1.2%)
$494,300 + $666,000
$1,160,300
2024
$13,063 (+3.2%)
$474,800 + $639,800
$1,114,600
2023
$12,653 (+3.9%)
$428,100 + $576,900
$1,005,000
2022
$12,180 (+2.7%)
$389,200 + $524,500
$913,700
2021
$11,859 (+4.0%)
$372,900 + $485,800
$858,700
2020
$11,400 (+2.9%)
$354,900 + $462,300
$817,200
2019
$11,077 (+8.8%)
$338,000 + $440,400
$778,400
2018
$10,182 (+4.8%)
$318,800 + $415,300
$734,100
2017
$9,717 (+16.0%)
$300,700 + $391,900
$692,600
2016
$8,375 (+6.8%)
$269,500 + $308,100
$577,600
2015
$7,845 (+3.2%)
$249,000 + $284,700
$533,700
2014
$7,601 (−14.7%)
$240,600 + $275,100
$515,700
2013
$8,909 (+3.4%)
$234,300 + $362,000
$596,300
2012
$8,612 (+2.4%)
$246,600 + $362,000
$608,600
2011
$8,408
$246,600 + $362,700
$609,300
2010
$8,408 (−3.8%)
$246,600 + $362,700
$609,300
2009
$8,738
$264,500 + $397,000
$661,500
Tax history for 53 Batchelder Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,216 (+1.2%)
$494,300 + $666,000
$1,160,300
2024
$13,063 (+3.2%)
$474,800 + $639,800
$1,114,600
2023
$12,653 (+3.9%)
$428,100 + $576,900
$1,005,000
2022
$12,180 (+2.7%)
$389,200 + $524,500
$913,700
2021
$11,859 (+4.0%)
$372,900 + $485,800
$858,700
2020
$11,400 (+2.9%)
$354,900 + $462,300
$817,200
2019
$11,077 (+8.8%)
$338,000 + $440,400
$778,400
2018
$10,182 (+4.8%)
$318,800 + $415,300
$734,100
2017
$9,717 (+16.0%)
$300,700 + $391,900
$692,600
2016
$8,375 (+6.8%)
$269,500 + $308,100
$577,600
2015
$7,845 (+3.2%)
$249,000 + $284,700
$533,700
2014
$7,601 (−14.7%)
$240,600 + $275,100
$515,700
2013
$8,909 (+3.4%)
$234,300 + $362,000
$596,300
2012
$8,612 (+2.4%)
$246,600 + $362,000
$608,600
2011
$8,408
$246,600 + $362,700
$609,300
2010
$8,408 (−3.8%)
$246,600 + $362,700
$609,300
2009
$8,738
$264,500 + $397,000
$661,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off of Haverhill St
UnparsedAddress: 53 Batchelder Rd, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,680
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Middlesex County
APN: 738159
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Wood End Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
47% 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
$1.49M – $1.80M
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