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#73405162, Christopher Barrett, Listing office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
$639,900 List price
16 Elm St Reading, MA 01867
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,194 sqft
0.3 acres
$536 / sqft
House
Property details
About 16 Elm St
Welcome to a great opportunity in highly desirable Reading! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial is set on a rare oversized lot at the end of a dead-end street, offering privacy and strong potential in a prime location. Inside, you'll find a classic layout with sun-filled rooms, ready for your updates and personal touch. A standout feature is the expansion potential within the lot's generous boundaries—ideal for a future addition, garage, or custom outdoor space. It's a great fit for anyone looking to get into Reading and a smart condo alternative with room to grow. Enjoy close proximity to schools, downtown, commuter rail, and major routes—an excellent investment in a sought-after town.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit(s)
Size1,194 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.29 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingDetached, Paved Drive
MLS #73405228
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Paved Drive
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $639,900
- Price/SqFt: $535
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,436
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Eaton to Elm
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 1,194 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.29 Acres
- MLS Number: 73405228
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Classified Realty Group
- Office Phone: (781) 944-1901
- Listing Agent: The Kennedy Team
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2016 | Home Sold | $421,500 |
| Apr 12, 2005 | Home Sold | $285,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $634,500 | $7,436 |
| 2023 | $579,400 | $7,295 |
| 2022 | $504,500 | $6,725 |
| 2021 | $467,100 | $6,451 |
| 2020 | $444,700 | $6,204 |
| 2019 | $424,200 | $6,036 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Joshua Eaton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•365 Summer Ave
10
Walton Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.2 mi
•18 Davidson Rd
7
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•333 Charles St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $109,559. Most Reading, MA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
49%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
39%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Soccer
Skiing/snowboarding
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
The Container Store
Nordstrom
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
California Pizza Kitchen
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
BMW
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classical
Alternative
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 16 Elm St
The listing price of 16 Elm St property is $639,900.
The property 16 Elm St is a house located in Reading, Massachusetts, 01867.
Active Listing: 16 Elm St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 16 Elm St are: Joshua Eaton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Walton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), J. Warren Killam Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Walter S. Parker Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Galvin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Reading Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Wakefield Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Northeast Metro Regional Vocational (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,436 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 19, 2016 for $421,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 16 Elm St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 16 Elm St is 1,194 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 16 Elm St is 1900.
This home is located at 16 Elm St in Reading, MA and zip code 01867. This 1,194 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $639,900.
While more than 21 listings in Reading, MA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Reading, MA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 7.1%. In June 2025 median list price was $804,000 and the average listing age was 17 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.