Sit on the wonderful front porch of this gorgeous 5 bedroom colonial which has been completely renovated to meet today's lifestyle. 9' ceilings enhances the open concept living space including fabulous kitchen with Bosch stainless steel appliances, granite countertops & eating island. Family room is open to kitchen with gas fireplace surrounded by beautiful built-ins & french doors that lead to large yard. There are five generous bedrooms with double vanity master bath & large walk in closet. First floor has additional family room with french doors that open to the kitchen/family room allowing for privacy or enhancing the open floor plan. Third floor with bedroom has sitting area and full bath, perfect for au-pair suite, or home office. An alarm system is installed along with decorative outdoor lighting. So many rooms deliver multiple options as to how you choose to live. Nothing to do but add your own special touches. Minutes to Rte 93, Walking distance to Meadowbrook Country Club!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
$392Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
7 spacesParking
Listed by Michelle Cooley• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hingham
Bought with The Orton Group• Leading Edge Real Estate
PRICED TO SELL-Restored 1880's Antique Colonial. Gutted to the studs. New insulation, wiring, Heating,Central Air, Grand Country kitchen W/granite, Bosch SS appliances & more. Large home W/5 BR & 3.5 baths. The master BR has walk in closet & full bath, 3 more BR on second floor & full bath. The third floor Au Pair has a large BR, full bath & lounge area. All Wood & Ceramic floors thru-out home. Close to new elememtary school, transportation & major highways.
MLS PIN #70443095
Oct 11, 2006
Sold
$435,000
$118/sq ft
Aug 19, 2006
Listing Removed
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Aug 17, 2006
Listed
$435,000
$118/sq ft
This house needs total updating. 3rd floor has additional infinished rooms. Lots of charm and potential. Nice moldings and HW floors, some built-ins, newer roof and gutters.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,827 (+0.2%)
$509,900 + $704,100
$1,214,000
2024
$13,797 (+6.9%)
$494,400 + $682,800
$1,177,200
2023
$12,911 (+5.3%)
$430,700 + $594,800
$1,025,500
2022
$12,260 (+2.6%)
$386,300 + $533,400
$919,700
2021
$11,950 (+1.0%)
$370,800 + $494,500
$865,300
2020
$11,830 (+2.9%)
$363,400 + $484,600
$848,000
2019
$11,492 (+2.4%)
$346,100 + $461,500
$807,600
2018
$11,226 (+3.4%)
$323,200 + $486,200
$809,400
2017
$10,856 (−14.5%)
$309,000 + $464,800
$773,800
2016
$12,702 (+6.7%)
$294,200 + $581,800
$876,000
2015
$11,901 (+3.2%)
$271,900 + $537,700
$809,600
2014
$11,530 (+5.5%)
$262,700 + $519,500
$782,200
2013
$10,929 (+3.7%)
$251,200 + $480,300
$731,500
2012
$10,538 (+3.3%)
$264,400 + $480,300
$744,700
2011
$10,206
$264,400 + $475,200
$739,600
2010
$10,206 (−5.5%)
$264,400 + $475,200
$739,600
2009
$10,798
$302,500 + $514,900
$817,400
Tax history for 565 Franklin
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,827 (+0.2%)
$509,900 + $704,100
$1,214,000
2024
$13,797 (+6.9%)
$494,400 + $682,800
$1,177,200
2023
$12,911 (+5.3%)
$430,700 + $594,800
$1,025,500
2022
$12,260 (+2.6%)
$386,300 + $533,400
$919,700
2021
$11,950 (+1.0%)
$370,800 + $494,500
$865,300
2020
$11,830 (+2.9%)
$363,400 + $484,600
$848,000
2019
$11,492 (+2.4%)
$346,100 + $461,500
$807,600
2018
$11,226 (+3.4%)
$323,200 + $486,200
$809,400
2017
$10,856 (−14.5%)
$309,000 + $464,800
$773,800
2016
$12,702 (+6.7%)
$294,200 + $581,800
$876,000
2015
$11,901 (+3.2%)
$271,900 + $537,700
$809,600
2014
$11,530 (+5.5%)
$262,700 + $519,500
$782,200
2013
$10,929 (+3.7%)
$251,200 + $480,300
$731,500
2012
$10,538 (+3.3%)
$264,400 + $480,300
$744,700
2011
$10,206
$264,400 + $475,200
$739,600
2010
$10,206 (−5.5%)
$264,400 + $475,200
$739,600
2009
$10,798
$302,500 + $514,900
$817,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Dual
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main St. to Franklin St., corner of Franklin & Grove Streets or Lowell to Grove to Franklin.
UnparsedAddress: 565 Franklin, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,674
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Middlesex County
APN: 736731
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: W&D, Fridge, Kitchen Island Light Fixture, Dr Chandelaire, Basement Fridge, Fr Tv, Safes,
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Wood End Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% 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
45% 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.37M – $1.66M
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