51 Forest Street, Reading, MA 01867

$729,000 Asking Price

3 beds
1 bath
1,560  sqft
Built in 1955

Nestled in Birch Meadow, a beloved enclave in Reading, discover a charming 3-bedroom ranch bathed in sunlight on a lush 0.3-acre fenced in lot. Inside, hardwood floors grace the living space, accented by a snug wood-burning fireplace and ample windows. The kitchen boasts modernity with custom cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless-steel new appliances, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and onto the expansive composite deck, perfect for gatherings. Beyond, a fenced yard invites outdoor bliss and future expansion opportunities. A finished basement, with plush new carpeting, offers versatility as a playroom, gym, or home office, along with a new and inviting laundry room.. Enjoy modern comforts with newer HVAC, fresh exterior paint, replacement windows, and an irrigation system, all crowned by the coveted amenity of central air. Convenience is key, with proximity to Boston, a commuter rail mere minutes away, and schools within strolling distance.


Features & Amenities

Interior

Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood
A/C:
true, Central Air
Heating:
true, Forced Air, Oil
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

General:
Deck, Deck - Composite, Storage, Sprinkler System
Style:
Ranch
Parking:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
General:
Frame, Concrete Perimeter

Location

Originating MLS:
MLS Property Information Network
County:
Middlesex

Lot

Zoning:
S15, 736926

Utilities

Utilities:
for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
MLS Property Information Network
Exclusions:
Basement Sound Wall Structures

This listing courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential, Carol Korbman

About Reading, MA

Housing

Number of Units
10,071
Median Home Value
$588,650
Median Rent
$1,236

15.93% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.05% are vacant.

Commute

Car
53.02%
Public Transportation
6.86%
Walk to Work
0.67%
Work from Home
38.78%
Other
0.56%

The median travel time to work is 22 minutes.

People

Population
24,958
Median Age
43.70
Median Household Size
2.99

Education

High School
14.84%
Associate’s Degree
5.52%
Bachelor’s Degree
33.91%
Graduate Degree
31.20%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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