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Reading vs Stoneham, MA — June 2026

A side-by-side comparison of Reading and Stoneham, Massachusetts — home prices, property taxes, schools, and market conditions.

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
More Affordable
Stoneham
Lower Property Tax
Stoneham
Faster Market
Reading
Higher-Rated Schools
Reading

Reading vs Stoneham: How They Compare

MetricReadingStoneham
Median List Price$1.05M$850K
Price / Sq Ft$454$454
Active Listings8273
Avg. Days on Market6164
Market TypeBalancedBalanced
Property Tax ($/$1k)$11.39$10.23
School District GradeAB+

Comparing Reading and Stoneham, Massachusetts: Reading has a median list price of $1.05M, while Stoneham is around $850K. Stoneham is the more affordable of the two.

On property taxes, Reading charges $11.39 per $1,000 versus Stoneham at $10.23, so Stoneham has the lower rate. Schools: Reading's district is graded A and Stoneham's is B+. Reading is currently a balanced market and Stoneham a balanced market.

Both figures come from live MLS data. Browse current listings in Reading or Stoneham to compare homes side by side.

Browse homes for sale in Reading → See every active listing with photos, pricing, and full details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reading or Stoneham more affordable?

Stoneham is more affordable, with a median list price of $850K versus $1.05M in Reading.

Which has lower property taxes, Reading or Stoneham?

Stoneham has the lower residential property tax rate: $10.23 per $1,000 versus $11.39 in Reading.

Which has better schools, Reading or Stoneham?

Reading's school district is graded A and Stoneham's is B+.

Market figures are derived from live MLS data and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not an appraisal or a guarantee of value. Last updated June 2026.