This STUNNING new construction modern farmhouse is custom-designed and full of unexpected surprises and uncommon detail. Outstanding quality of construction and high end finishes throughout, including custom built-ins, designer kitchen with marble backsplash, upscale lighting fixtures, French oak floors and outdoor living area with stone fireplace. The lower level features an open concept living and dining area, gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry, large office/guest bedroom, half bath and mud room entry with brick floor and custom built-ins. Upstairs features a large master suite with oversized walk in closet and en suite master bath with premium walnut cabinetry, walk in shower and large soaking tub. Two more large bedrooms, full bath and second floor laundry surround an open loft area overlooking the two story staircase. Outside feels like a private back yard oasis with terraced stone walls and two patios. Perfectly located on a quiet street close to downtown, this home has it all.
Lovely Ranch tucked into a highly desirable, tree-lined street in Reading! Priced UNDER assessed value, this is the perfect starter home or “downsizer” for those looking to put their own personal touches and updates, or possibly expand and build instant equity. Solid wood cabinets & shelving, wall oven and gas cooktop in a “heart of the home” located kitchen that overlooks the serene backyard. Fireplaced Livingroom, large Familyroom, 2 Bedrooms (with perfect built-in armoire in larger bedroom), hardwood floors, newer windows, screened-in front porch, shady back-yard with multiple levels & patios accented by stone walls, backyard shed, workshop / extra storage in basement, HUGE walk-up attic with cedar closets is perfect for storage / expansion. Walk to: Downtown Reading shops & restaurants, schools, commuter rail & library!
MLS PIN #71608039
Mar 7, 2014
Sold
$313,000
$101/sq ft
Jan 19, 2014
Contingent
—
Nov 13, 2013
Listed
$325,000
$104/sq ft
+4
Great starter home! Close to town, public transportation and schools. Fantastic commuter access! Lovely custom detail and cabinetry throughout. Front porch, terraced yard with rock wall accents and stone patio. Expansion potential...
MLS PIN #70968720
Jan 15, 2010
Sold
$294,000
$94/sq ft
Nov 6, 2009
Contingent
—
Oct 26, 2009
Price Changed
$295,900
$95/sq ft
Oct 5, 2009
Price Changed
$315,900
$101/sq ft
Sep 28, 2009
Relisted
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Sep 17, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2009
Listed
$335,000
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,685 (−1.1%)
$446,400 + $842,900
$1,289,300
2024
$14,854 (−1.2%)
$438,800 + $828,600
$1,267,400
2023
$15,036 (+4.9%)
$413,500 + $780,800
$1,194,300
2022
$14,340 (+85.2%)
$378,300 + $697,500
$1,075,800
2021
$7,741 (+26.0%)
$326,200 + $234,300
$560,500
2020
$6,142 (+4.5%)
$315,700 + $124,600
$440,300
2019
$5,876 (+7.8%)
$296,000 + $116,900
$412,900
2018
$5,452 (+5.9%)
$281,800 + $111,300
$393,100
2017
$5,150 (−4.9%)
$263,100 + $104,000
$367,100
2016
$5,416 (+3.6%)
$264,000 + $109,500
$373,500
2015
$5,229 (+7.2%)
$251,400 + $104,300
$355,700
2014
$4,879 (+9.4%)
$233,900 + $97,100
$331,000
2013
$4,460 (+1.4%)
$234,300 + $64,200
$298,500
2012
$4,398 (−0.3%)
$246,600 + $64,200
$310,800
2011
$4,410
$246,600 + $73,000
$319,600
2010
$4,410 (+6.7%)
$246,600 + $73,000
$319,600
2009
$4,132
$276,300 + $36,500
$312,800
Tax history for 55 Locust St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,685 (−1.1%)
$446,400 + $842,900
$1,289,300
2024
$14,854 (−1.2%)
$438,800 + $828,600
$1,267,400
2023
$15,036 (+4.9%)
$413,500 + $780,800
$1,194,300
2022
$14,340 (+85.2%)
$378,300 + $697,500
$1,075,800
2021
$7,741 (+26.0%)
$326,200 + $234,300
$560,500
2020
$6,142 (+4.5%)
$315,700 + $124,600
$440,300
2019
$5,876 (+7.8%)
$296,000 + $116,900
$412,900
2018
$5,452 (+5.9%)
$281,800 + $111,300
$393,100
2017
$5,150 (−4.9%)
$263,100 + $104,000
$367,100
2016
$5,416 (+3.6%)
$264,000 + $109,500
$373,500
2015
$5,229 (+7.2%)
$251,400 + $104,300
$355,700
2014
$4,879 (+9.4%)
$233,900 + $97,100
$331,000
2013
$4,460 (+1.4%)
$234,300 + $64,200
$298,500
2012
$4,398 (−0.3%)
$246,600 + $64,200
$310,800
2011
$4,410
$246,600 + $73,000
$319,600
2010
$4,410 (+6.7%)
$246,600 + $73,000
$319,600
2009
$4,132
$276,300 + $36,500
$312,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,832
Year built
2020
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
735131
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 Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup