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159 Howard Street Reading — Photo 1 of 26

159 Howard Street Reading — Photo 1 of 26

$719,900

159 Howard Street, Reading, MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 — West Side

Beds

3

Baths

1

SqFt

1,228

Style

Single Family

Built

1941

Located in one of towns most sought after WEST SIDE neighborhoods where more expensive homes are found, this much loved home by the same family since 1946 is sure to please those who seek an opportunity where adding your sweat equity will add tremendously to the value of your new home in this amazing location. The setting is eye catching...the corner lot and beautiful yard add to the overall attractive curb appeal, where the maintenance free siding, replacement windows, solid front stairs, and a beautiful patio enhanced by privacy fencing create the scene of what's to come inside...more character and charm. As soon as you enter the vestibule, you will notice the large living room adorned with a bounty of sun-splashed windows, HW floors, a mantled fireplace, a pretty staircase, and stunning built-ins. From there, you will find one of three bedrooms, that would also serve as a superb home office, a most inviting dining room, complete with a corner hutch, and a kitchen offering an opportunity to come and make it your own...with access to the amazing patio area. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, each with a distinctive personality, and the full bath. Fresh cosmetics will go a LONG WAY here, while additional updates could go on the back burner, or on your immediate "to do" list. You can NEVER change WHERE a house is, but can change with ease WHAT it is. This canvas awaits your finishing artistic touches. Don't delay...this happens about once every 80 years!

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$586/sqft
Local Avg (Reading)$469/sqft
25% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Reading, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$719,900
Annual Taxes$8,650

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street3

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6
Fireplaces1
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationBlock, Stone
ZoningRes.

Property & Lot

Acres0.17
SqFt Lot7,501
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, Level

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Highway Access • House of Worship • Private School

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bathroom 1
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBedroom 3
Living Room
Lvl First

21.6 x 13.6

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Crown Molding, Vestibule

Dining Room
Lvl First

9.6 x 10

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding

Kitchen
Lvl First

11 x 8

Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

8.9 x 15.6

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

11 x 11

Bedroom 3
Lvl First

13 x 11

Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Double

Bathroom 1
Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Population

25,612

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$166K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

17.6%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 614 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,228 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,501 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Rick Nazzaro

Listing Office: Colonial Manor Realty

MLS® Number: 73575390

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