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17 Elm St, North Reading MA 01864

North Reading, MA 01864
$799,900
Est. $5,100/month
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,801
Sq Ft
$210
Price/Sq Ft
0.97
Acres
1740
Year Built
10
Parking
Single Family Residence
Type
20
Days on Market
For Sale Listed Jul 30, 2026 • MLS# 73557164 Copied! • Updated Aug 3, 2026

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About this home

Steeped in history and overflowing with character, this extraordinary 1740 Saltbox offers a rare opportunity to restore one of North Reading's timeless treasures. Rich in original architectural details, the home showcases wide pine floors, grand period fireplaces, paneled walls, custom built-ins, and the craftsmanship that defines early New England homes. Featuring five bedrooms and zoned as a two-family residence, the flexible layout presents endless possibilities for restoration, multi-generational living, investment, or creating a truly one-of-a-kind estate. Set on a lush lot with mature gardens, sprawling green space, and classic stone walls, the property offers a picturesque setting just moments from downtown North Reading with convenient access to Route 62 and Route 128. Ample off-street parking for up to 10 vehicles completes this remarkable offering. Bring your vision and breathe new life into a piece of North Reading history.

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Jul 30, 2026
$799,900
Original listing
Agent: Kevin Fruh Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,264 $785,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,264
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$785,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1740
Living Area 3,801 sq ft
Lot Size 0.97 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 16

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 6
Basement Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry
Laundry First Floor
Features Sitting Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen, Bonus Room, Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Saltbox
Roof Shingle
Features Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Stone/gravel
Total Spaces 10
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $10,264
Assessed Value $785,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Brown
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures all meaasurements are approximate & for marketing purposes only
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 4 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1740
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,801 sq ft
Total Rooms
16

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances:
Interior Features: Sitting Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen, Bonus Room, Mud Room
Windows:
Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Saltbox
Year Built: 1740
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Special Features

Fireplaces: 6
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
School District
North Reading School District local
A
✓ School Safety 2024-25
0.0% Very Low (Safest)
0.4% In-School
↓ 5.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

2 schools
A+
L.D. Batchelder School
2.2 mi | #8 of 824 | Score: 66.6
Improved 22 spots from last year
+8.4 above state avg
462 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
J. Turner Hood Elementary School
3.0 mi | #67 of 824 | Score: 61.2
Improved 86 spots from last year
+3 above state avg
416 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
North Reading Middle School
2.6 mi | #34 of 352 | Score: 59.6
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+1.3 above state avg
494 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A+
North Reading High School
2.6 mi | #33 of 346 | Score: 70.1
Dropped 6 spots from last year
+11.9 above state avg
652 students Less Diverse
21 sports • 1,615 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

17 Elm St, North Reading MA 01864

North Reading, MA 01864

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kevin Fruh
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 978-255-3569
Agent MLS ID C7000051
Office MLS ID AN7944
Listing Data Updated Aug 3, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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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