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50 Forest Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • Birch Meadow Location
$879,900
Est. $5,355/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,493
Sq Ft
$589
Price/Sq Ft
0.24
Acres
1941
Year Built
4
Days on Market
Active Listed Feb 12, 2026 • MLS# 73476606 Copied!

About this home

In a popular Birch Meadow neighborhood, you'll love the ease of access to all schools...K-12. Just moments away from the YMCA, parks & all things recreational, this location is ideal for those who are active, yet crave convenience. On a beautiful lot, this immaculate home is ready to just move in & enjoy everyday living & comfortable entertaining. Inside is warm & inviting, where the unique & stunning center staircase is a focal point, while "perfect" HW fls, a painted brick FP, dramatic lighting & a bay window all add to the character of the space. W/5 rms on the first level, along w/a full bath, versatility is offered, where you are able to create areas that are just right for YOU! The very appealing yet quaint kitchen leads to a relaxing screened porch, & then to the beautiful patio & yard. A huge & sumptuous primary bdrm, two additional bdrms & a NEW bath complete the 2nd fl. Come "hang-out," in the very "cool" LL where fun abounds! Complete w/garage, C/A & updates, it's ALL HERE!!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1941
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,493 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1941
Living Area 1,493 sq ft
Lot Size 0.24 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling 3 Or More, Ductless
Flooring Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Den, Home Office, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Garrison
Roof Shingle

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $8,471
Assessed Value $743,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Den, Home Office, Play Room
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Garrison
Year Built: 1941
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: 3 or More, Ductless
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room

Location

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Neighborhood

Birch Meadow Location

50 Forest Street, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

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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
0.4 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
RISE PreSchool
0.4 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
0.9 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
B+
Wood End Elementary School
0.9 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
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
Joshua Eaton School
1.9 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
0.2 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
1.3 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
1.2 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.4 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

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Property Timeline

📍
Current Status: Active
Feb 16, 2026
$879,900
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Listed for Sale
Feb 12, 2026
$879,900

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 12, 2026 New Listing Added $879,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$589

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $8,471 $743,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,471
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$743,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Rick Nazzaro
Listing Office Colonial Manor Realty
Agent MLS ID B0482541
Office MLS ID B32911
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