Drenched in sunlight with charm! Located on a quaint cul-de sac and updated throughout. Turn your key, drop your bags! Newer kitchen, stainless stl appliances & quartz, new 2nd floor bath. All new plumbing and updated electrical with a new 200-amp panel. Younger roof and windows. Harwood and fresh paint! 4 bedrooms total, w/1st floor OFFICE option, featuring a separate entrance. Professionally landscaped, new back fence, younger generous sized paver patio, oversized updated deck w/level expansive yard makes this the perfect home to entertain or enjoy the warmer spring days ahead. Go out to dinner in the sought after town of Reading, with several downtown restaurants to choose from, or take part in all the community has to offer. Maybe head into the city! This one will WOW you for sure…. but wait, there is more, UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY for the new owner to choose the exterior color and have it professionally painted prior to close! Reach out today for more info, this one won't last!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$600Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Laurie Cappuccio• Classified Realty Group
This charming 4 bedroom cape style home is a must see! Perfectly situated near the train station and lively downtown Reading, 8 Crosby is nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac, and yet offers easy access to routes 28, 93, 95, 129, 128, restaurants, coffee shops and parks. Entertain all summer on your spacious wooden deck and new paver patio. Transform the large unfinished basement into your own workshop or personal gym. Premium red cedar siding. New luxury high pressure laminate flooring in kitchen and family room. Updated windows. Roof about 8 years young. Hot water heater 2011. This home has incredible potential! Come make it your own! Open houses Friday 10/20, 5:00-6:30PM & Saturday 10/21, 11:30-1:00PM.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,560 (−1.7%)
$428,900 + $234,800
$663,700
2024
$7,692 (−2.3%)
$404,400 + $251,900
$656,300
2023
$7,870 (+3.9%)
$385,200 + $239,900
$625,100
2022
$7,575 (+4.5%)
$350,200 + $218,100
$568,300
2021
$7,246 (+4.6%)
$326,800 + $197,900
$524,700
2020
$6,930 (+2.9%)
$309,400 + $187,400
$496,800
2019
$6,732 (+8.0%)
$294,700 + $178,400
$473,100
2018
$6,233 (+3.3%)
$279,900 + $169,500
$449,400
2017
$6,034 (+14.0%)
$267,900 + $162,200
$430,100
2016
$5,291 (+5.3%)
$221,500 + $143,400
$364,900
2015
$5,026 (+3.7%)
$207,600 + $134,300
$341,900
2014
$4,847 (−2.7%)
$199,600 + $129,200
$328,800
2013
$4,982 (+2.2%)
$209,100 + $124,400
$333,500
2012
$4,875 (+2.4%)
$220,100 + $124,400
$344,500
2011
$4,760
$220,100 + $124,800
$344,900
2010
$4,760 (+5.3%)
$220,100 + $124,800
$344,900
2009
$4,520
$252,200 + $90,000
$342,200
Tax history for 8 Crosby Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,560 (−1.7%)
$428,900 + $234,800
$663,700
2024
$7,692 (−2.3%)
$404,400 + $251,900
$656,300
2023
$7,870 (+3.9%)
$385,200 + $239,900
$625,100
2022
$7,575 (+4.5%)
$350,200 + $218,100
$568,300
2021
$7,246 (+4.6%)
$326,800 + $197,900
$524,700
2020
$6,930 (+2.9%)
$309,400 + $187,400
$496,800
2019
$6,732 (+8.0%)
$294,700 + $178,400
$473,100
2018
$6,233 (+3.3%)
$279,900 + $169,500
$449,400
2017
$6,034 (+14.0%)
$267,900 + $162,200
$430,100
2016
$5,291 (+5.3%)
$221,500 + $143,400
$364,900
2015
$5,026 (+3.7%)
$207,600 + $134,300
$341,900
2014
$4,847 (−2.7%)
$199,600 + $129,200
$328,800
2013
$4,982 (+2.2%)
$209,100 + $124,400
$333,500
2012
$4,875 (+2.4%)
$220,100 + $124,400
$344,500
2011
$4,760
$220,100 + $124,800
$344,900
2010
$4,760 (+5.3%)
$220,100 + $124,800
$344,900
2009
$4,520
$252,200 + $90,000
$342,200
*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
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,502
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
732827
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Pendant
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,502
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Buyer**
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Cleared, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,870
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Other (See Remarks)
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Location
Location Information
Directions: Ideal commuter location ~close to commuter rail train& downtown! Main Street to Minot-Crosby.
UnparsedAddress: 8 Crosby Road, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,502
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Middlesex County
APN: 732827
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Joshua Eaton Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Walter S Parker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
56% 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
$857,000 – $1.04M
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