$1,539,000

483 Franklin St Reading, MA 01867

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
4,339 sqft
1.3 acres
$355 / sqft
House

Property details

About 483 Franklin St

The Richard Nichols Farmstead, a rare example of early architecture, is an iconic property located on 1.3 acres of land. Located close to public transportation & schools, it abuts a private golf course with sweeping views unlike any other. This spacious & comfortable home features historic charm with modern day conveniences in an unparalleled blend of the old & new. Offering a living room, dining room/sitting area, eat in kitchen, family room, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths plus office spaces on both the first & second floors. With 4 working fireplaces & a wood stove, unique wide plank floors, a two car detached garage, a lower & upper field, deck, stonewalls, granite steps, flagstone walk & perennial gardens, this property provides a spacious & peaceful retreat. Additionally, a two story 'Beverly Jog" a historic Massachusetts building feature, a Chipseal primary driveway, a new wood shingle roof, a walk out lower level and a walk up unfinished attic. This property is a rare find.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water, Oil
StatusActive
Size4,339 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.31 Acres
Year built1731
ParkingDetached, Paved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73371871
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceDining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior: Closet, Office, Study, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Exterior: Deck
  • Architectural Style: Antique, Farmhouse
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $1,539,000
  • Price/SqFt: $354
  • Annual Tax Amount: $14,478
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: off Main Street or Grove Street
  • Year Built: 1731
  • Living Area: 4,339 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 1.31 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73371871
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (781) 942-2199
  • Listing Agent: Sumi Sinnatamby

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 22, 2005
Home Sold
$775,000
Jul 23, 1996
Home Sold
$240,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,235,300$14,478
2023$1,077,300$13,563
2022$967,200$12,893
2021$921,000$12,719
2020$902,600$12,591
2019$860,100$12,239

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Birch Meadow Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

27 Arthur B Lord Dr

8

Wood End Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

85 Sunset Rock Ln

8

Alice M. Barrows Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

16 Edgemont Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,853. The most common annual income of people living in Reading, MA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

6%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
15%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

20%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • SoccerSoccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 483 Franklin St

The listing price of 483 Franklin St property is $1,539,000.

The property 483 Franklin St is a house located in Reading, Massachusetts, 01867.

Active Listing: 483 Franklin St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 483 Franklin St are: Birch Meadow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wood End Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Alice M. Barrows Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Walter S. Parker Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Reading Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Reading Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Wilmington High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), North Reading High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $14,478 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 22, 2005 for $775,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 483 Franklin St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 483 Franklin St is 4,339 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 483 Franklin St is 1731.

This home is located at 483 Franklin St in Reading, MA and zip code 01867. This 4,339 square foot home, which was built in 1731, sits on a 1.31 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,539,000.

In April 2025 more than 11 listings in Reading, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 2 were sold below. In April 2025 in Reading, MA there were 31.5% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 17 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $785,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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