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Off Market Jun 2015 for $376K

$714,823

•

1,365

sq ft

85 High St, Reading, MA 01867

About this home

Well maintained 4 bedroom full shed cape within seconds to downtown and the commuter rail. This home features a fireplace living room, hardwood throughout the first floor, and a versatile floor plan that can accommodate any family. Use one of the first floor bedrooms as an office, formal dining room, or as a first floor master. On the second floor you will find two large bedrooms, one of which has duel closets. The patio is perfect for those that like to entertain outdoors in warmer months. Partially fenced-in yard for all those dog lovers. Recent updates include the forced hot air by gas furnace (2014), gas hot water tank (2014), Bathroom with tile floor and tile tub + shower stall (2014), and exterior paint (2014). ***Open house Sunday 3/29 from 1pm-3pm***

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

7,835 sq ftLot Size

$524Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Jeffrey Borstell • J. Borstell Real Estate, Inc.

Bought with Karen Dame • Century 21 Starwood

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #71807392

Redfin Estimate

$714,823

$339K since sold in June 2015$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 8.3% lower than the average sale price ($780K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$800,000
A
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SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$625,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,652 sq ft
22 Bolton St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$510,000
C
3 beds1 bath970 sq ft
1 Wood End Ln, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$962,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,816 sq ft
67 Washington St, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$1,052,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths2,460 sq ft
42 Riverside Dr, Reading, MA 01867
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$730,000
F
2 beds1 bath1,143 sq ft
7 King St, Reading, MA 01867

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Market trends in 01867, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.1%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$965K

$70K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

3 days MoM

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Directly across from the train tracks, short walk to the train station, this home is bright with floor to ceiling windows in living room that look out onto a patio and yard and a fireplace, the kitchen with white cabinets has a view of the front yard...
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Debra Diffendal
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Sale history for 85 High St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71807392

Jun 10, 2015

Sold

$376,000

$275/sq ft

Apr 2, 2015

Pending

—

Mar 27, 2015

Listed

$369,900

$271/sq ft

MLS PIN #71632767

Apr 4, 2014

Sold

$350,000

$256/sq ft

Mar 3, 2014

Contingent

—

Feb 26, 2014

Price Changed

$349,900

$256/sq ft

Feb 12, 2014

Listed

$359,900

$264/sq ft

+17

Convenient West Side Location offering ease of access to commuter rail, library,trendy new shops and restaurants, and much more! First floor offers sparkling white kitchen with new appliances, sunny living room which overlooks patio and spacious yard, bedroom, dining room ( which could be used as master bedroom or family room) and beautifully updated full bath.Second level has 2 large bedrooms with new carpeting and ample closets.Additional storage in walk in eaves. Brand NEW HEATING SYSTEM! INTERIOR JUST PAINTED. All you need to do is move in and enjoy !!! This Dormered Cape is a FANTASTIC condo alternative.. why pay huge condo fees ??? OH YES, READING RECENTLY VOTED IN AS ONE OF TOP TEN BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN MASSACHUSETTS !!!! ( for so many reasons)!!! TO FIND A HOUSE LIKE THIS THAT'S NOT A FIXER UPPER IN READING ... WOW!!!!

MLS PIN #30034479

Jul 27, 1995

Sold

$143,000

$105/sq ft

Jul 12, 1995

Listing Removed

—

Mar 10, 1995

Listed

$149,900

$110/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,266 (+1.2%)

$409,200 + $228,700

$637,900

2024

$7,182 (+3.2%)

$393,100 + $219,700

$612,800

2023

$6,958 (+3.9%)

$354,400 + $198,300

$552,700

2022

$6,700 (+3.5%)

$322,200 + $180,400

$502,600

2021

$6,473 (+2.3%)

$304,500 + $164,200

$468,700

2020

$6,326 (+3.2%)

$294,600 + $158,900

$453,500

2019

$6,129 (+12.0%)

$279,800 + $150,900

$430,700

2018

$5,472 (+2.3%)

$256,200 + $138,300

$394,500

2017

$5,350 (+8.3%)

$247,600 + $133,700

$381,300

2016

$4,942 (+3.6%)

$213,100 + $127,700

$340,800

2015

$4,772 (+4.7%)

$203,000 + $121,600

$324,600

2014

$4,558 (−6.7%)

$193,300 + $115,900

$309,200

2013

$4,885 (+2.2%)

$207,600 + $119,400

$327,000

2012

$4,781 (+2.5%)

$218,500 + $119,400

$337,900

2011

$4,664

$218,500 + $119,500

$338,000

2010

$4,664 (+4.2%)

$218,500 + $119,500

$338,000

2009

$4,478

$258,600 + $80,400

$339,000

Tax history for 85 High St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,266 (+1.2%)

$409,200 + $228,700

$637,900

2024

$7,182 (+3.2%)

$393,100 + $219,700

$612,800

2023

$6,958 (+3.9%)

$354,400 + $198,300

$552,700

2022

$6,700 (+3.5%)

$322,200 + $180,400

$502,600

2021

$6,473 (+2.3%)

$304,500 + $164,200

$468,700

2020

$6,326 (+3.2%)

$294,600 + $158,900

$453,500

2019

$6,129 (+12.0%)

$279,800 + $150,900

$430,700

2018

$5,472 (+2.3%)

$256,200 + $138,300

$394,500

2017

$5,350 (+8.3%)

$247,600 + $133,700

$381,300

2016

$4,942 (+3.6%)

$213,100 + $127,700

$340,800

2015

$4,772 (+4.7%)

$203,000 + $121,600

$324,600

2014

$4,558 (−6.7%)

$193,300 + $115,900

$309,200

2013

$4,885 (+2.2%)

$207,600 + $119,400

$327,000

2012

$4,781 (+2.5%)

$218,500 + $119,400

$337,900

2011

$4,664

$218,500 + $119,500

$338,000

2010

$4,664 (+4.2%)

$218,500 + $119,500

$338,000

2009

$4,478

$258,600 + $80,400

$339,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,841 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1980

Sq. Ft.

1,365

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

733782

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: 4
Parking Features: Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 204
Length: 17
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 156
Length: 13
Width: 12
Level: First

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 88
Length: 11
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 234
Length: 18
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,365
Foundation Area: 780
Foundation Details: Slab
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,558
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: 28 to Washington to High OR 129 to High.
UnparsedAddress: 85 High St, Reading MA 01867

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,365
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Middlesex County
APN: 733782

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Birch Meadow Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

9/10

Walter S Parker Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Reading Memorial High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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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Reading, MA • 01867

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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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4.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$680,000 – $823,000

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Data from public records.

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83 High St, Reading, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1170 Sq. Ft.	$637,972

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95 High St, Reading, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1363 Sq. Ft.	$803,500

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