Conveniently located less than a 1/2 mile from commuter rail station & downtown Reading where you'll find bustling restaurants, small town bookstore, quaint shops, & cafes. Nestled in well sought after Birch Meadow neighborhood, this charming 9 room turn of the century Colonial features tall ceilings, rich woodwork, French doors, original hardwood floors, & wood burning fireplace. Updated kitchen boasts granite counters, s/s appliances, & subway tile. Formal dining room offers loads of light while bonus playroom w/ exposed brick affords many options. 3 bedrooms feature HDW & deep closets. Find bonus private master suite w/office in converted walk up attic. Take advantage of 2 full baths & just imagine sipping coffee on the enclosed sun room; how nice! Attached garage, replacement windows, newer roof & many more updates found throughout. Spacious partially fenced in yard provides loads of room to play & entertain this summer. A unique home that is sure to please, come see for yourself!
****WOW!!****Dramatic Price Change****. No need for a second car when you are so close to Train, Town, Library and Schools!!! Lovely tree-lined street will bring you home to this beautifully maintained 7 room, 3 bedroom Colonial in a great location. Many updates include Kitchen,baths. windows and more. Walk Up 3rd floor ready for possible expansion. Fireplaced living room with french doors that lead you to the 1st floor office or den. Plenty of storage space in the walk-up attic. Quick Close
MLS PIN #30645338
Oct 30, 2002
Sold
$349,900
$201/sq ft
Sep 22, 2002
Listing Removed
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Sep 10, 2002
Listed
$349,900
$201/sq ft
GREAT LOCATION FOR THIS 7RM, 3BR COLONIAL. FP'D LR W/FRENCH DOORS TO DEN/OFFICE. KITCHEN UPDATED 1996, BRAND NEW DISHWASHER. WALK-UP ATTIC WITH PLENTY OF STORAGE SPACE. WALK -OUT BSMT TO LEVEL FENCED BACKYARD. 5-CAR OFF-STREET PRKG.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,733 (−1.1%)
$434,600 + $244,300
$678,900
2024
$7,822 (−1.2%)
$427,200 + $240,200
$667,400
2023
$7,917 (+3.2%)
$402,500 + $226,300
$628,800
2022
$7,670 (+6.1%)
$368,300 + $207,100
$575,400
2021
$7,230 (+3.0%)
$317,600 + $205,900
$523,500
2020
$7,017 (+4.6%)
$307,400 + $195,600
$503,000
2019
$6,709 (+7.8%)
$288,100 + $183,400
$471,500
2018
$6,226 (+5.9%)
$274,300 + $174,600
$448,900
2017
$5,880 (+1.6%)
$256,100 + $163,000
$419,100
2016
$5,790 (+3.6%)
$257,000 + $142,300
$399,300
2015
$5,589 (+7.2%)
$244,700 + $135,500
$380,200
2014
$5,214 (−0.6%)
$227,700 + $126,000
$353,700
2013
$5,247 (+8.1%)
$232,800 + $118,400
$351,200
2012
$4,856 (+2.3%)
$245,100 + $98,100
$343,200
2011
$4,746
$245,100 + $98,800
$343,900
2010
$4,746 (−2.1%)
$245,100 + $98,800
$343,900
2009
$4,847
$270,600 + $96,300
$366,900
Tax history for 71 Locust St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,733 (−1.1%)
$434,600 + $244,300
$678,900
2024
$7,822 (−1.2%)
$427,200 + $240,200
$667,400
2023
$7,917 (+3.2%)
$402,500 + $226,300
$628,800
2022
$7,670 (+6.1%)
$368,300 + $207,100
$575,400
2021
$7,230 (+3.0%)
$317,600 + $205,900
$523,500
2020
$7,017 (+4.6%)
$307,400 + $195,600
$503,000
2019
$6,709 (+7.8%)
$288,100 + $183,400
$471,500
2018
$6,226 (+5.9%)
$274,300 + $174,600
$448,900
2017
$5,880 (+1.6%)
$256,100 + $163,000
$419,100
2016
$5,790 (+3.6%)
$257,000 + $142,300
$399,300
2015
$5,589 (+7.2%)
$244,700 + $135,500
$380,200
2014
$5,214 (−0.6%)
$227,700 + $126,000
$353,700
2013
$5,247 (+8.1%)
$232,800 + $118,400
$351,200
2012
$4,856 (+2.3%)
$245,100 + $98,100
$343,200
2011
$4,746
$245,100 + $98,800
$343,900
2010
$4,746 (−2.1%)
$245,100 + $98,800
$343,900
2009
$4,847
$270,600 + $96,300
$366,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,563
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
735135
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: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Play Room, Office, Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,740
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,709
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Oil
Location
Location Information
Directions: Bancroft to Locust Street
UnparsedAddress: 71 Locust Street, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,563
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735135
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: All Appliances Included As Gifts To Buyer
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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
0.15% 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
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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
$819,000 – $991,000
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