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483 Franklin Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$1,540,000
Est. $9,196/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,339
Sq Ft
$355
Price/Sq Ft
1.31
Acres
1731
Year Built
22
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 8, 2025 • MLS# 73371871 Copied!

About this home

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.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner IRWIN BRYAN J ETAL TRUSTEES
Mailing Address 483 FRANKLIN ST, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S20
Style OLD STYLE

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,369,400
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $16,953
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($236)
Estimated Annual Tax $17,189

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $623,000 $736,700 $1,369,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Nov 13, 2017 $1 70223/159

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
Match: geocode_proximity (77.3% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1731
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,339 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,539,000
Final Sale Price: $1,540,000
Difference: +$1,000 (+0.1%)
Performance Metrics
100.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
22
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $355
Sale $/sq ft: $355
This property sold for $355 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 22 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1731
Living Area 4,339 sq ft
Lot Size 1.31 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher
Fireplace Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 5
Basement Walk-out Access
Laundry Exterior Access, In Basement
Features Closet, Office, Study, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Antique, Farmhouse
Roof Wood
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $14,506
Assessed Value $1,273,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
Interior Features: Closet, Office, Study, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement: Walk-Out Access
Laundry: Exterior Access, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Antique, Farmhouse
Year Built: 1731
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Wood
Foundation: Block, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 5
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

483 Franklin Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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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-
Birch Meadow School
0.6 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
0.7 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
RISE PreSchool
0.9 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
Alice M Barrows School
1.6 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
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.6 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
A
Joshua Eaton School
2.2 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.7 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
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
1.5 mi | #62 of 352 | Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.0 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

Market Insights

28.6%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73511368
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Currently Listed
May 1, 2026
$1,100,000
MLS #73511368 - Active
Sold
Nov 17, 2025
$1,540,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
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Listed for Sale
May 8, 2025
$1,539,000
Original listing
Agent: Sumi Sinnatamby Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 1, 2026 Sold $1,100,000
May 8, 2025 New Listing Added $1,539,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
22 days
Price per Sq Ft
$355

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $14,506 $1,273,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,506
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,273,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sumi Sinnatamby
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID B0661874
Office MLS ID AN4881
Listing Data Updated Nov 18, 2025 12:14 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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