147 Main Street Reading — Photo 1 of 40
$599,900
147 Main Street, Reading, MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,006
Style
Single Family
Built
1920
Welcome to this charming Reading home offering the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience! Set back from Main Street, this move-in-ready home is a fantastic condo alternative with a private backyard, two-car garage with loft storage, and bright indoor spaces. The living room features a fireplace, crown molding, and recessed lighting. The fully applianced kitchen offers a generous dining area, butcher block counter tops and breakfast bar. Both bedrooms feature hardwood flooring, with the main bedroom boasting a walk-in closet. A three-season porch adds valuable extra living space. Enjoy summer days in the above-ground pool with a new 2026 liner and pump, composite deck, fire pit, and outdoor movie screen. Additional highlights include a full basement, convenient mudroom, Burnham heating system, newer hot water tank (2020), and energy-saving insulation added following a 2023 Mass Save audit. Ideally located near Route 95, downtown Reading and Wakefield, restaurants, shopping, and commuter rail to Boston. A wonderful opportunity under $600,000!
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 17 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Reading, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Conservation Area • Highway Access
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First12 x 20
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Dining Room
Lvl First9 x 10
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Kitchen
Lvl First21 x 10
Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second13 x 11
Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second9 x 9
Bathroom 1
Lvl First3 x 5
Bathroom - Half, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second8 x 4
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: 503 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,006 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 10,315 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 Agent: Ali Ludwig
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
MLS® Number: 73563626
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