
86 Orange Street Reading — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $30,900
$849,000
86 Orange Street, Reading, MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867 — Memorial Park
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
1,599
Style
Single Family
Built
1931
Welcome to 86 Orange Street Reading. This extremely charming and updated Gambrel Cape is situated on an elevated corner lot just minutes from Reading's vibrant and growing downtown. The first floor welcomes you with a front-to-back living room that has a beautiful fireplace, a formal dining room, an updated kitchen, and a 1st floor bedroom with full bath. The living room leads to a wonderful screened-in porch overlooking a private "Beacon Hill" like patio. The second level offers 2 bedrooms with great closet space, and an office/nursery/playroom. Also on the second floor is a full bathroom with a large skylight providing an abundance of natural light. The backyard is fenced in and has mature plantings that provides plenty of privacy. A picturesque wooden shed with window boxes allows for additional storage. A one-car garage under and a paved driveway complete all that this great home has to offer. Conveniently located near Memorial Park with a children's playground, pickleball, tennis and basketball courts, outdoor events and seasonal ice-skating making this a great location to enjoy the outdoors!
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
Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First21 x 11
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl First12 x 9
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
Lvl First12 x 8
Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded
Office
Lvl Second12 x 8
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Attic Access
Master Bedroom
Lvl First14 x 10
Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second15 x 11
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second12 x 12
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom 1
Lvl First8 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second7 x 5
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink
Property History
$849,000
Was $879,900
Aug 26, 2026
MLS® 73566196
$879,900
Aug 20, 2026
MLS® 73566196
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: 800 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,599 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,603 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: Mary Ann Quinn Team
Listing Office: Premier Realty Group, Inc.
MLS® Number: 73566196
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