OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2015 for $682K

$1,210,600

•

2,250

sq ft

56 Locust St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

4 bedroom (1 on 1st fl) colonial in Birch Meadow neighborhood! Here is your opportunity to own a beautifully remodeled home, on an exceptional lot, & on a lovely tree-lined street. W/ easy access to down-town, all schools, parks, & YMCA, this is where the busy family wants to be. Attractively poised, majestically set off the road, this colonial home retains the exterior colors & stylish trim that neighbors have come to admire over the years. Inside is unrecognizable however, w/ its stunning new "white" kitchen w/ stainless appliances, HW fl, & exquisite ebony granite. Between this, & the over-sized family room is a wonderful little mud room & separate entrance. There's a grand front-to-back living room w/ mantled FP, which leads to a great office, & a cozy sun room, w/ access to the yard. Ideal for entertaining, enjoy the huge 12x22 deck, which flows perfectly from both the kit. & fam. rm. New baths, gorgeous HW fls, and updated systems incl. C/A & more, make this "the one!"

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

0.35 acresLot Size

$538Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Rick Nazzaro • Colonial Manor Realty

Bought with Brian Hermann • Better Living Real Estate, LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #71848909

Redfin Estimate

$1,210,600

$528K since sold in November 2015$16K since August

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This home's estimate is 26.2% higher than the average sale price ($959K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,050,000
A
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SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$980,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,172 sq ft
103 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$960,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,765 sq ft
14 Federal St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$785,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,920 sq ft
24 Mt Vernon St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$830,000
E
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28 Audubon Rd, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JAN 30, 2026
$1,150,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,883 sq ft
257 High St, Reading, MA 01867

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Market trends in 01867, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.1%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$965K

$70K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 56 Locust St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71848909

Nov 30, 2015

Sold

$682,500

$303/sq ft

Oct 6, 2015

Pending

—

Oct 2, 2015

Price Changed

$689,900

$307/sq ft

Sep 3, 2015

Relisted

—

Sep 2, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Aug 10, 2015

Price Changed

$699,900

$311/sq ft

Jun 24, 2015

Price Changed

$734,500

$326/sq ft

Jun 2, 2015

Listed

$749,900

$333/sq ft

MLS PIN #71693366

Jan 8, 2015

Sold

$430,000

$191/sq ft

Jun 8, 2014

Contingent

—

Jun 5, 2014

Listed

$399,900

$178/sq ft

+10

You will absolutely FLIP over this spacious and stately colonial in beautiful neighborhood, and on a gorgeous lot. Uniquely zoned (buyer to verify independently), this home offers a portion that is zoned commercial for in home business. Seller ran a beauty salon for years! 2 rooms ( the right side of the house) were added in the 70s, and never finished. The original 1920s home offers charming features, such as hardwood floors, inside wall fireplace, walk up attic, and more. The former salon will make a fantastic over sized family room. With minimal rearranging, this home will transform into what everybody is looking for...a four bedroom, 2.5 bath grand colonial, with a two car garage, on a beautiful lot, in a great neighborhood! Who could ask for more? Enthusiastic buyers, flippers, investors, and contractors should take note...this is a FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY. Buyers with the fewest contingencies move to the head of the line! All offers will be presented Sun. 6/8 at 5pm.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,331 (−1.2%)

$465,800 + $441,200

$907,000

2024

$10,452 (−1.3%)

$457,900 + $433,900

$891,800

2023

$10,591 (+3.8%)

$431,500 + $409,700

$841,200

2022

$10,204 (+8.3%)

$394,800 + $370,700

$765,500

2021

$9,425 (+2.2%)

$340,400 + $342,100

$682,500

2020

$9,218 (+2.2%)

$329,500 + $331,300

$660,800

2019

$9,020 (+7.7%)

$308,900 + $325,000

$633,900

2018

$8,373 (+5.8%)

$294,000 + $309,700

$603,700

2017

$7,917 (+0.7%)

$274,600 + $289,700

$564,300

2016

$7,865 (+25.1%)

$273,300 + $269,100

$542,400

2015

$6,289 (+3.2%)

$252,600 + $175,200

$427,800

2014

$6,095 (+9.5%)

$244,000 + $169,500

$413,500

2013

$5,567 (+3.5%)

$242,000 + $130,600

$372,600

2012

$5,378 (+2.5%)

$249,500 + $130,600

$380,100

2011

$5,245

$249,500 + $130,600

$380,100

2010

$5,245 (−1.1%)

$249,500 + $130,600

$380,100

2009

$5,302

$285,500 + $115,900

$401,400

Tax history for 56 Locust St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,331 (−1.2%)

$465,800 + $441,200

$907,000

2024

$10,452 (−1.3%)

$457,900 + $433,900

$891,800

2023

$10,591 (+3.8%)

$431,500 + $409,700

$841,200

2022

$10,204 (+8.3%)

$394,800 + $370,700

$765,500

2021

$9,425 (+2.2%)

$340,400 + $342,100

$682,500

2020

$9,218 (+2.2%)

$329,500 + $331,300

$660,800

2019

$9,020 (+7.7%)

$308,900 + $325,000

$633,900

2018

$8,373 (+5.8%)

$294,000 + $309,700

$603,700

2017

$7,917 (+0.7%)

$274,600 + $289,700

$564,300

2016

$7,865 (+25.1%)

$273,300 + $269,100

$542,400

2015

$6,289 (+3.2%)

$252,600 + $175,200

$427,800

2014

$6,095 (+9.5%)

$244,000 + $169,500

$413,500

2013

$5,567 (+3.5%)

$242,000 + $130,600

$372,600

2012

$5,378 (+2.5%)

$249,500 + $130,600

$380,100

2011

$5,245

$249,500 + $130,600

$380,100

2010

$5,245 (−1.1%)

$249,500 + $130,600

$380,100

2009

$5,302

$285,500 + $115,900

$401,400

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.35 Acres

Year renovated

1952

Sq. Ft.

2,236

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

4235459

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 198
Length: 11
Width: 18
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Remodeled

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Remodeled

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Remodeled

Living Room Information
Area: 231
Length: 21
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Remodeled

Family Room Information
Area: 289
Length: 17
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Chair Rail,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Slider

Kitchen Information
Area: 378
Length: 21
Width: 18
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Peninsula

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,250
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,288.66
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Oil, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Off Main or Bancroft
UnparsedAddress: 56 Locust Street, Reading MA 01867

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,236
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Middlesex County
APN: 4235459

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Birch Meadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Arthur W Coolidge Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Reading Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% 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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.15M – $1.39M

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Home values near 56 Locust St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Locust Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$865,038
59 Locust Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,121,020

Address	Redfin Estimate
49 Locust Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1744 Sq. Ft.	$844,230
63 Locust Street, Reading, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1562 Sq. Ft.	$777,657

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Locust Street, Reading, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3114 Sq. Ft.	$1,718,502
66 Locust Street, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1431 Sq. Ft.	$908,897

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