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#73374917, Mary Ann Quinn Group, Listing Office: Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
$849,900 List price
70 Highland St Reading, MA 01867
$10,000
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4 beds
2 full
2,276 sqft
0.2 acres
$373 / sqft
House
Property details
About 70 Highland St
Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street just outside Reading's vibrant town center and located in the coveted Birch Meadow area, this charming Dutch Colonial offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern flexibility. With a traditional layout and beautiful hardwood floors throughout, this freshly painted home features a welcoming first floor complete with a mudroom, sunlit living room, formal dining room, kitchen with new quartz counters, and a versatile space for a home office or den. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms and full bath. The walkout lower level is a huge bonus, boasting an abundance of natural light, a living room, kitchenette, additional bedroom, & full bath—ideal for in-laws, an au pair suite, or a permitted ADU. Outside, the fenced backyard is a private oasis, featuring a gunite in-ground pool and garden area. All this just minutes to shopping, the commuter rail, and restaurants.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Oil
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
Size2,276 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingOff Street, Paved
MLS #73375792
FireplaceLiving Room
Private poolYes
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Interior: Open Floorplan, Storage, Kitchen, Entry Hall, Home Office
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Off Street, Paved
- Exterior: Patio, Pool - Inground, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $849,900
- Price/SqFt: $373
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,563
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Lowell Street to Highland
- Year Built: 1930
- Living Area: 2,276 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 73375792
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: LAER Realty Partners
- Office Phone: (978) 664-4556
- Listing Agent: The Janice Sullivan Team
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2022 | Home Sold | $655,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $645,300 | $7,563 |
| 2023 | $697,700 | $8,784 |
| 2022 | $639,100 | $8,519 |
| 2021 | $571,700 | $7,895 |
| 2020 | $553,500 | $7,721 |
| 2019 | $519,500 | $7,392 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Birch Meadow Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•27 Arthur B Lord Dr
8
Alice M. Barrows Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•16 Edgemont Ave
8
Joshua Eaton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•365 Summer Ave
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 $103,049. Typical income of Reading, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, with kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
13%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
19%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
The Container Store
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
News
Alternative
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Frequently asked questions
About 70 Highland St
The listing price of 70 Highland St property is $849,900.
The property 70 Highland St is a house located in Reading, Massachusetts, 01867.
Active Listing: 70 Highland St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 70 Highland St are: Birch Meadow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Alice M. Barrows Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Joshua Eaton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), 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), 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 $7,563 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 17, 2022 for $655,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 70 Highland St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 70 Highland St is 2,276 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 70 Highland St is 1930.
This home is located at 70 Highland St in Reading, MA and zip code 01867. This 2,276 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,900.
Reading, MA housing market in April 2025 saw over 11 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 2 sold below. The number of listings in Reading, MA increased by 31.5% between March and April 2025. 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.