#73356271, ME Collective Group, Listing Office: Compass
16 Shirley Ave North Reading, MA 01864
Property details
About 16 Shirley Ave
Rare opportunity to own two separate dwellings on a single parcel situated between Rt 62 and Rt 28 in North Reading. This unique property offers flexibility for multi-generational living, investment, or potential rental income. The main home, known as 16 Shirley, features a classic layout with three bedrooms (formerly four), one and a half bathrooms, and generous living space throughout. The first floor includes a mudroom entry, a spacious kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry area, and a half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The second building, known as 1 Beech Rd, is a cottage-style home with an open kitchen and living area, one bedroom, an office, and a full bathroom w/in-unit laundry, perfect for extended family or guests. A detached one-car garage sits at the end of the property. Will not qualify for FHA financing. Access for showings is limited, and all disclosures should be reviewed in advance. The sale is subject to U.S. Bankruptcy Court approval.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Cottage
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $799,000
- Price/SqFt: $295
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,577
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Wooded
- Directions: Lowell Road (62) to Shirley Ave OR Main Street (28) to Patley Rd to Shirley Ave
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 2,700 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.48 Acres
- MLS Number: 73357305
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: LAER Realty Partners
- Office Phone: (844) 687-5237
- Listing Agent: Vision Realty Group
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $649,300 | $8,577 |
2023 | $601,900 | $8,421 |
2022 | $535,600 | $8,034 |
2021 | $497,300 | $7,773 |
2020 | $467,000 | $7,285 |
2019 | $457,300 | $7,125 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
E. Ethel Little Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•7 Barberry Rd
9
J. Turner Hood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•298A Haverhill St
10
L.D. Batchelder Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.0 mi
•175 Park 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 $58,333. The majority of North Reading, MA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 16 Shirley Ave
The listing price of 16 Shirley Ave property is $799,000.
The property 16 Shirley Ave is a house located in North Reading, Massachusetts, 01864.
Active Listing: 16 Shirley Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 16 Shirley Ave are: E. Ethel Little Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), J. Turner Hood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), L.D. Batchelder Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), North Reading Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Walter S. Parker Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Reading High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Wilmington High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Reading Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,577 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 16 Shirley Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 16 Shirley Ave is 2,700 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 16 Shirley Ave is 1900.
This home is located at 16 Shirley Ave in North Reading, MA and zip code 01864. This 2,700 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in North Reading, MA there were more than 11 sold above asking price, over 6 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, North Reading, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 37%. In April 2025 median list price was $730,805 and the average listing age was 46 days.