Welcome to 98 John Carver Rd, a beautifully remodeled Cape offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1,874 sq ft of finished living space in a prime Reading location. This move-in-ready home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout and a brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and tile backsplash. The first floor includes a bedroom and full bath with bathtub, tiled shower, and custom niche. Upstairs offers two spacious bedrooms with ample closet space and a second full bath with tiled shower. The finished basement adds valuable bonus space with new LVP flooring, laundry, and storage room. Situated on a .35-acre lot, conveniently located near Birch Meadow Elementary, RMHS, Reading Center, shopping, dining, and easy access to Routes 93 & 95. A fantastic opportunity to own a fully updated home in Reading.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$564Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Christopher Gianatassio• CDG Realty Group
Bought with Mary Ellen Madden• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
LOCATION++ If you’re looking for a home to make your own now or to invest in one for the future and located in the desirable Birch Meadow neighborhood with a short walk to three schools; YMCA fitness center, gymnasium, and pool; or recreational areas with jogging and walking trails, playground areas, tennis and basketball courts, this Cape-style home checks all those boxes … and more. Featuring 3 bedrooms (one on the first floor and two front-to-back on the second floor) and 2 full baths, this home offers a heated family room in walk-out lower level, spacious deck for entertaining or relaxing, and patio in private rear yard bordered by Higgins Farm conservation area and fencing on two sides. Recent updates include second floor bathroom, oil tank, and paved driveway. It’s a commuter’s dream with quick access to Routes 93, 28, 95, 129 and downtown train to Boston. Convenient to shops, restaurants, library, parks, Burbank Ice Arena, and so much more!! Showings start 8/16 by appointment.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,349 (+1.2%)
$476,600 + $256,400
$733,000
2024
$8,252 (+3.2%)
$457,800 + $246,300
$704,100
2023
$7,993 (+3.9%)
$412,800 + $222,100
$634,900
2022
$7,695 (+0.9%)
$375,300 + $202,000
$577,300
2021
$7,627 (+4.0%)
$359,600 + $192,700
$552,300
2020
$7,332 (+2.9%)
$342,200 + $183,400
$525,600
2019
$7,125 (+8.8%)
$325,900 + $174,800
$500,700
2018
$6,549 (+4.8%)
$307,400 + $164,800
$472,200
2017
$6,250 (−1.0%)
$290,000 + $155,500
$445,500
2016
$6,312 (+6.7%)
$259,800 + $175,500
$435,300
2015
$5,915 (+3.2%)
$240,100 + $162,300
$402,400
2014
$5,731 (+10.6%)
$232,000 + $156,800
$388,800
2013
$5,184 (+2.1%)
$225,200 + $121,800
$347,000
2012
$5,078 (+2.4%)
$237,100 + $121,800
$358,900
2011
$4,958
$237,100 + $122,200
$359,300
2010
$4,958 (+0.8%)
$237,100 + $122,200
$359,300
2009
$4,917
$271,400 + $100,800
$372,200
Tax history for 98 John Carver Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,349 (+1.2%)
$476,600 + $256,400
$733,000
2024
$8,252 (+3.2%)
$457,800 + $246,300
$704,100
2023
$7,993 (+3.9%)
$412,800 + $222,100
$634,900
2022
$7,695 (+0.9%)
$375,300 + $202,000
$577,300
2021
$7,627 (+4.0%)
$359,600 + $192,700
$552,300
2020
$7,332 (+2.9%)
$342,200 + $183,400
$525,600
2019
$7,125 (+8.8%)
$325,900 + $174,800
$500,700
2018
$6,549 (+4.8%)
$307,400 + $164,800
$472,200
2017
$6,250 (−1.0%)
$290,000 + $155,500
$445,500
2016
$6,312 (+6.7%)
$259,800 + $175,500
$435,300
2015
$5,915 (+3.2%)
$240,100 + $162,300
$402,400
2014
$5,731 (+10.6%)
$232,000 + $156,800
$388,800
2013
$5,184 (+2.1%)
$225,200 + $121,800
$347,000
2012
$5,078 (+2.4%)
$237,100 + $121,800
$358,900
2011
$4,958
$237,100 + $122,200
$359,300
2010
$4,958 (+0.8%)
$237,100 + $122,200
$359,300
2009
$4,917
$271,400 + $100,800
$372,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range, Rangetop - ENERGY STAR
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,874
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1434
Below Grade Finished Area: 440
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,349
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main St to Birch Meadow Dr to John Carver Rd - or - Lowell St to Intervale Ter to John Carver Rd
UnparsedAddress: 98 John Carver Rd, Reading MA 01867
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,874
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1967
County: Middlesex County
APN: 735862
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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
$1.00M – $1.22M
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