For sale

$1,200,000

Est. $7,693/mo —

•

2,836

sq ft

79 Orange St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

Move right in and enjoy this stunning Georgian Colonial, located near downtown, the commuter rail, and major highway access. Cherished by the same family for decades, this bright and spacious home is filled with character and charm, featuring generous room sizes, soaring ceilings, and rich original woodwork throughout. A stunning center staircase creates an unforgettable first impression. The flexible floor plan offers four bedrooms and two full baths, with two bedrooms and a full bath on each level., with walk-in closets. An open second-floor landing provides space for a home office, reading nook, or sitting area. The inviting kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook. The lower level offers additional versatile space for a family room, exercise area, office, or guest accommodations. Outside, enjoy a private fenced yard and the convenience of a two-car garage. Rare opportunity to own a home that seamlessly blends timeless character with everyday functionality.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$423Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by The Kennedy Team • Classified Realty Group

Listed by Felicia Giuliano-Kennedy • Classified Realty Group

Listing updated: Sep 9, 2026 at 01:29pm

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73537182

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$7,693 per month

Principal and interest$6,712

Property taxes

$820

HOA dues

Home insurance

$160

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

J. Warren Killam Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Walter S Parker Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

Reading Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

79 Orange St · $1,200,000

Strong offer

$1.2M and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $1.2M+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 23 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% above list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Sun room
Open floorplan
Two fireplaces (one in the living room)

Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first floor with hardwood flooring
Second and third bedrooms on the second floor with hardwood flooring
Fourth bedroom on the first floor with hardwood flooring
Fifth bedroom in the basement with wall-to-wall carpet and closet

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (one on the first floor, one on the second floor)

Kitchen
Dining area
Range
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Washer hookup
Gas dryer hookup
Laundry located in the basement

Flooring
Hardwood flooring in main living areas and most bedrooms
Wall-to-wall carpet in basement family room and basement bedroom
Laminate flooring in kitchen

Heating & cooling
Hot water heating (natural gas)
Window air conditioning units

Sale and tax history for 79 Orange St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,844 (+1.1%)

$486,900 + $377,400

$864,300

2024

$9,733 (+3.1%)

$467,700 + $362,800

$830,500

2023

$9,437 (+3.8%)

$421,700 + $327,900

$749,600

2022

$9,094 (+0.4%)

$383,400 + $298,800

$682,200

2021

$9,059 (+4.0%)

$367,400 + $288,600

$656,000

2020

$8,712 (+2.9%)

$349,600 + $274,900

$624,500

2019

$8,468 (+8.7%)

$333,000 + $262,100

$595,100

2018

$7,788 (+4.7%)

$314,000 + $247,500

$561,500

2017

$7,439 (+13.8%)

$296,300 + $233,900

$530,200

2016

$6,537 (+6.6%)

$265,400 + $185,400

$450,800

2015

$6,130 (+3.2%)

$245,300 + $171,700

$417,000

2014

$5,942 (+6.5%)

$237,000 + $166,100

$403,100

2013

$5,577 (+2.2%)

$234,900 + $138,400

$373,300

2012

$5,458 (+2.8%)

$247,300 + $138,400

$385,700

2011

$5,309

$247,300 + $137,400

$384,700

2010

$5,309 (+1.6%)

$247,300 + $137,400

$384,700

2009

$5,225

$279,100 + $116,400

$395,500

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

1947

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,836

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,836

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

734628

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.

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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Reading, MA • 01867

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.9 hrs

4.8 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 79 Orange St

$1,158,466

$42K under list price of $1.20M

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $800K to $1.5M.

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smaller lot
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4 beds3.5 baths2,260 sq ft
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larger lot
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5 years older
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,462,500 Last sold price
4 beds4 baths3,250 sq ft
863 Main St, Reading, MA 01867
$27/sq ft
larger lot
100 years newer
SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$950,000 Last sold price
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larger lot
97 years newer
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
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$3/sq ft
larger lot
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Rental earnings

Est. $2,656 per month, based on comparable rentals

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