Welcome to the Skillen house (c.1880), located in the historic Highland area of Reading. Situated perfectly within walking distance to downtown, shops, restaurants, library and the Commuter Rail T Station to Boston, this meticulously restored & updated home offers a fine blend of original features and designer upgrades for today's lifestyle. Original molding, stained glass, ceiling medallions, hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces (including an original 1860's Rumford fireplace) complement the brand new dream kitchen & 3 new designer baths. High efficiency heating and cooling systems with on-demand high efficiency hot water. Entertain in the 1st floor family room offering space for intimate or large gatherings. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom suite complete with a fireplace and spa-like bath plus 3 additional bedrooms. Outside the landscaping, stone wall, beautiful granite patio & one car garage offer the perfect balance of space and privacy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1865Year Built
8,250 sq ftLot Size
$509Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Cheryl Pendenza• REMAX Andrew Realty Services
Calling all contractors or those who are looking for a renovation project!!! Bring your ideas and make this home shine! This spacious home needs updating, but has TONS of potential. First floor features open concept floor plan with family room, dining room and living room all with wood flooring; living room features fireplace. The large kitchen features both a pantry and mudroom with laundry hookups. Upstairs you'll find three spacious bedrooms plus additional space that offers options for a study or expanded bathroom. This home is in a prime location near highways, public transportation and town center with restaurants and shopping.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,402 (+1.1%)
$410,500 + $502,800
$913,300
2024
$10,284 (+3.2%)
$394,400 + $483,100
$877,500
2023
$9,962 (+3.9%)
$355,600 + $435,700
$791,300
2022
$9,591 (−0.3%)
$323,200 + $396,300
$719,500
2021
$9,624 (+2.3%)
$305,500 + $391,400
$696,900
2020
$9,406 (+3.2%)
$295,600 + $378,700
$674,300
2019
$9,113 (+43.7%)
$280,700 + $359,700
$640,400
2018
$6,340 (+3.6%)
$257,100 + $200,000
$457,100
2017
$6,117 (+11.4%)
$248,400 + $187,600
$436,000
2016
$5,493 (+7.3%)
$213,800 + $165,000
$378,800
2015
$5,120 (+4.7%)
$203,600 + $144,700
$348,300
2014
$4,891 (+4.5%)
$193,900 + $137,900
$331,800
2013
$4,681 (+2.0%)
$207,800 + $105,500
$313,300
2012
$4,587 (+2.3%)
$218,700 + $105,500
$324,200
2011
$4,485
$218,700 + $106,300
$325,000
2010
$4,485 (+0.4%)
$218,700 + $106,300
$325,000
2009
$4,466
$259,200 + $78,900
$338,100
Tax history for 69 Lowell St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,402 (+1.1%)
$410,500 + $502,800
$913,300
2024
$10,284 (+3.2%)
$394,400 + $483,100
$877,500
2023
$9,962 (+3.9%)
$355,600 + $435,700
$791,300
2022
$9,591 (−0.3%)
$323,200 + $396,300
$719,500
2021
$9,624 (+2.3%)
$305,500 + $391,400
$696,900
2020
$9,406 (+3.2%)
$295,600 + $378,700
$674,300
2019
$9,113 (+43.7%)
$280,700 + $359,700
$640,400
2018
$6,340 (+3.6%)
$257,100 + $200,000
$457,100
2017
$6,117 (+11.4%)
$248,400 + $187,600
$436,000
2016
$5,493 (+7.3%)
$213,800 + $165,000
$378,800
2015
$5,120 (+4.7%)
$203,600 + $144,700
$348,300
2014
$4,891 (+4.5%)
$193,900 + $137,900
$331,800
2013
$4,681 (+2.0%)
$207,800 + $105,500
$313,300
2012
$4,587 (+2.3%)
$218,700 + $105,500
$324,200
2011
$4,485
$218,700 + $106,300
$325,000
2010
$4,485 (+0.4%)
$218,700 + $106,300
$325,000
2009
$4,466
$259,200 + $78,900
$338,100
*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
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
2,060
Year built
1865
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
734484
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,117
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main Street Downtown Reading to Lowell Street
UnparsedAddress: 69 Lowell St., Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,060
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1865
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Middlesex County
APN: 734484
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
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.
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Estimated sale price
$1.15M – $1.40M
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