856 Main Street, Reading, MA 01867 - Photo 1

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$799,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,191 Sq. Ft.
0.62 Acres

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Property Description

Character, Condition and Location all wrapped into one lovely package! Currently used as two separate living areas, this often admired home is on an amazing elevated lot. This is a perfect opportunity for a multi-generational family, investment property or simply used as an expansive single family. This stately home has been meticulously maintained with many updates. Close to Readings vibrant downtown, Commuter Rail and Reading's award winning library. Convenient to the Birch Meadow complex where you will find the Birch Meadow Elementary School, Coolidge Middle School, Reading Memorial High School and the Burbank YMCA. The large yard offers lots of opportunity for outdoor enjoyment with a separate fenced-in dog area and a newly paved driveway. Both units have been Certified Deleaded (see attached). Each unit has separately metered gas and electric. Truly a great and solid home offering flexible living options.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 856 Main St

General

Sold For: $799,000
Taxes: $6,759 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
MLS ID: 73510384
Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom 1: 4.50 x 9.08, First
Bathroom 2: 59.00 x 9.08, Second

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Primary Bedroom: 11.67 x 11.67, First
Bedroom 2: 8.75 x 12.33, First
Bedroom 3: 11.58 x 12.42, Second
Bedroom 4: 8.92 x 7.00, Second

Other Rooms

Living Room: 16.92 x 13.58, First
Family Room: 11.83 x 15.83, Second
Kitchen: 10.17 x 17.58, First
Dining Room: 15.00 x 15.83, First

Parking

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

County: Middlesex

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
Basement: Yes
Square Feet: 2,191
Year Built: 1860

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.62

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $6,759
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Disclosures/Rstr.: Seller & listing agent make no representations or warranties. Buyer & buyers agent to use their due diligence. Roof Ëœ 18 Yrs old, windows Ëœ15 yrs old. Unit #1 Boiler Ëœ 6 years old, mini-splits Ëœ 2yrs old. Unit #2 boiler Ëœ18 yrs old, AC Ëœ 7yrs old. New Hot Water heater.
Property ID: 735192

Listed by Wilson Wolfe Real Estate, Mary Ann Quinn Group and Chrisanne Connolly
Sold by REMAX Andrew Realty Services, Flore Gjergji

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Chrisanne Connolly

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Schools

Schools serving 856 Main St

School District:Reading School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Birch Meadow Elementary School 27 A B Lord Dr, Reading, MA 01867	K-5	0.7 mi
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School 89 Birch Meadow Drive, Reading, MA 01867	6-8	0.6 mi
Reading Memorial High School 62 Oakland Road, Reading, MA 01867	9-12	0.4 mi

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Price & Sales History for 856 Main St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/24/2026

Sold

$799,000

-0.12%

MLS

5/08/2026

Price Reduced

$799,950

-4.76%

MLS

4/30/2026

Listed

$839,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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856 Main Street, Reading, MA 01867 (MLS# 73510384) is a Single Family property that was sold at $799,000 on June 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 856 Main Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Reading? You can browse all Reading real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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