This classic colonial in a prime Birch Meadow location has everything you're looking for. It's an easy walk to elementary, middle, and high schools, library, YMCA, and the Birch Meadow complex. This home features a large, beautiful fenced-in yard on a quiet side street. You'll love the sunny updated kitchen and the beautiful newly finished lower level with laundry, bedroom, full bath and walk out access to yard. Major updates include a brand new roof, central air, newer heating and hot water systems, and newer windows. Once you're here you won't want to leave! OFFER DEADLINE FRIDAY 6/5 7:00 PM.
Nice colonial style home built in 1925. Finished basement with bathroom. Nicely updated kitchen. Hardwood throughout most of home, carpet in finished attic.Heat and hot water are gas, furnace appears to be on newer side. Roof is recent. The exterior...
of the home appears to be in good condition, landscape is tasteful and tidy.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joe Petrucci
Redfin Associate agent
Home is located in a beautiful neighborhood and has a surprisingly large back yard. Home is renovated, and the updates are respectful of the era of the home. Two of the bedrooms on the second floor appear to be almost the same size, with the third...
being a bit smaller. Bedroom in finished basement has large window and plenty of light.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tara Williams
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 83 Hanscom Ave
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72666489
Jul 20, 2020
Sold
$655,000
$291/sq ft
Jun 17, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 3, 2020
Listed
$629,900
$280/sq ft
MLS PIN #71230493
Aug 1, 2011
Sold
$370,000
$165/sq ft
May 20, 2011
Contingent
—
May 11, 2011
Listed
$379,900
$169/sq ft
Lovely Colonial in Birchmeadow school and recreational area features beautiful floorplan on first floor complete with old world charm. Hardwood floors, new replacement windows,new boiler, new 200 AMP electrical, finished 3rd floor is perfect for bedroom or office space. Plenty of room to expand. Fenced in yard. Great opportunity to own a home in one of Reading's most sought after neighorhoods.
MLS PIN #70529926
May 1, 2007
Sold
$355,000
$158/sq ft
Mar 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 23, 2007
Listed
$359,900
$160/sq ft
This is a fine starter home on a quiet street in the lovely Birchmeadow area. Most windows are replacement and there are hardwood floors in most rooms, newer roof and dry basement. A finished third level is offered as playroom, bedroom or office. This property is within walking distance of parks, schools and YMCA. A great value to get into the Reading school system.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,996 (+1.1%)
$481,900 + $307,900
$789,800
2024
$8,895 (+3.2%)
$463,000 + $296,000
$759,000
2023
$8,623 (+3.8%)
$417,400 + $267,500
$684,900
2022
$8,307 (+1.1%)
$379,500 + $243,700
$623,200
2021
$8,216 (+6.1%)
$363,600 + $231,300
$594,900
2020
$7,741 (+2.9%)
$346,000 + $208,900
$554,900
2019
$7,525 (+8.7%)
$329,600 + $199,200
$528,800
2018
$6,920 (+4.7%)
$310,800 + $188,100
$498,900
2017
$6,607 (+5.0%)
$293,200 + $177,700
$470,900
2016
$6,293 (+8.2%)
$264,900 + $169,100
$434,000
2015
$5,815 (+7.1%)
$252,200 + $143,400
$395,600
2014
$5,429 (+4.1%)
$234,600 + $133,700
$368,300
2013
$5,217 (+2.0%)
$234,500 + $114,700
$349,200
2012
$5,115 (+9.5%)
$246,800 + $114,700
$361,500
2011
$4,670
$246,800 + $91,600
$338,400
2010
$4,670 (−3.5%)
$246,800 + $91,600
$338,400
2009
$4,840
$276,900 + $89,500
$366,400
Tax history for 83 Hanscom Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,996 (+1.1%)
$481,900 + $307,900
$789,800
2024
$8,895 (+3.2%)
$463,000 + $296,000
$759,000
2023
$8,623 (+3.8%)
$417,400 + $267,500
$684,900
2022
$8,307 (+1.1%)
$379,500 + $243,700
$623,200
2021
$8,216 (+6.1%)
$363,600 + $231,300
$594,900
2020
$7,741 (+2.9%)
$346,000 + $208,900
$554,900
2019
$7,525 (+8.7%)
$329,600 + $199,200
$528,800
2018
$6,920 (+4.7%)
$310,800 + $188,100
$498,900
2017
$6,607 (+5.0%)
$293,200 + $177,700
$470,900
2016
$6,293 (+8.2%)
$264,900 + $169,100
$434,000
2015
$5,815 (+7.1%)
$252,200 + $143,400
$395,600
2014
$5,429 (+4.1%)
$234,600 + $133,700
$368,300
2013
$5,217 (+2.0%)
$234,500 + $114,700
$349,200
2012
$5,115 (+9.5%)
$246,800 + $114,700
$361,500
2011
$4,670
$246,800 + $91,600
$338,400
2010
$4,670 (−3.5%)
$246,800 + $91,600
$338,400
2009
$4,840
$276,900 + $89,500
$366,400
*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
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,028
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
735539
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: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Basement
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Basement
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,248
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Yellow
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,741
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Lowell St. to Hanscom Ave.
UnparsedAddress: 83 Hanscom Ave, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,028
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735539
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Reading Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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59
40
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84
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64
45
52
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38
24
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$895,000 – $1.08M
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