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69 Ash Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$599,900
Est. $3,715/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
956
Sq Ft
$628
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1915
Year Built
5 hours 16 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Feb 27, 2026 • MLS# 73480678 Copied!

About this home

OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 2/28 & 3/1, 11 AM-12:30 PM Rare opportunity to own a perfect "condo-alternative" property in the heart of Reading Square offering easy access to commuter rail, shops & vibrant restaurant scene.You'll love the front enclosed and insulated porch with custom built storage closet for welcoming guests and kicking off shoes. Enjoy a fireplaced living room open to a dining room with lofty high ceilings and original hardwood floors. Other convenient amenities include: a laundry area with custom cabinetry, a spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, and a modern, remodeled eat-in kitchen with walk-in pantry. Replacement windows throughout, newer maintenance-free vinyl siding, CENTRAL AIR conditioning, GAS heat,town sewer.Easy access off the kitchen to the expansive basement featuring high ceilings, windows for abundant light, utility sink and built-in work benches.Enjoy a compact, south facing backyard ideal for gardening and sunbathing without lots of maintenance and upkeep.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MURPHY PAUL
Mailing Address 69 ASH STREET, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning BUSB
Style BUNGALOW

Tax Information

Assessed Value $515,600
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $6,383
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($77)
Estimated Annual Tax $6,460

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $360,300 $155,300 $515,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Oct 17, 2016 $337,000 68222/185

Municipal Context: READING

Median Home Value $665,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,230
Residential Tax Rate $12.38/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Middlesex

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 941 956
Year built 1,915 1,915
Match: geocode_proximity (88.7% confidence) · Data as of Feb 27, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
956 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Open House Schedule

28
Feb
Saturday, February 28
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST
01
Mar
Sunday, March 1
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1915
Living Area 956 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup
Features Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Bungalow
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $5,782
Assessed Value $507,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Bungalow
Year Built: 1915
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Frontage: 75.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

69 Ash Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

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Nearby Schools

School District
Reading School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.4% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School
5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

6 schools
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.7 mi | #93 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
388 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
RISE PreSchool
0.9 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.1 mi | #158 of 824 | Score: 56.8
Dropped 82 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
365 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.2 mi | #240 of 824 | Score: 52.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
359 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.5 mi | #94 of 824 | Score: 59.7
Improved 18 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
406 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Wood End Elementary School
2.2 mi | #275 of 824 | Score: 51.6
Dropped 192 spots from last year
-6.6 below state avg
236 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.6 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
1.2 mi | #43 of 352 | Score: 58.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-0.1 below state avg
405 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.4 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.9 mi | #65 of 346 | Score: 65.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+6.8 above state avg
1,094 students Less Diverse
18 sports • 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Feb 27, 2026
$599,900
Original listing
Agent: Mary Ann Quinn Group Office: Wilson Wolfe Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 27, 2026 New Listing Added $599,900

Market Statistics

Time on Market
5 hours 16 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$628

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,782 $507,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,782
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$507,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Mary Ann Quinn Group
Listing Office Wilson Wolfe Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TM305137
Office MLS ID AN8712
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