Reading Homes for Sale

Welcome to Reading, Massachusetts – a charming town nestled in the heart of Middlesex County, where suburban comfort meets vibrant community spirit. Just a short drive from Boston, Reading offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, making it an ideal place for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.

Reading is known for its picturesque landscapes, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. The town boasts a rich history, with beautifully preserved architecture that tells the story of its past. Stroll through the quaint downtown area, where you’ll find a delightful mix of boutique shops, cozy cafes, and local eateries, all contributing to the town's welcoming atmosphere.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, Reading is home to numerous parks and recreational areas, including the popular Lake Quannapowitt, where residents can enjoy walking trails, picnicking, and seasonal events. The town’s commitment to maintaining green spaces ensures that there’s always a place to unwind and connect with nature.

When it comes to real estate, Reading offers a diverse range of homes for sale, catering to various lifestyles and budgets. From charming single-family homes with spacious yards to modern townhouses in vibrant neighborhoods, there’s something for everyone. The real estate market here is competitive, reflecting the town's desirability, so now is the perfect time to explore your options and find your dream home.

Discover the beauty of Reading, MA, where community, convenience, and a high quality of life come together. Your new home awaits!

Newest Reading Homes for Sale

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73590464 MLS

CLASSIC COLONIAL CHARM MEETS AN EXCEPTIONAL DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Welcome to 89 Washington Street, a beautiful 3-bedroom Colonial offering timeless character, spacious living, and the convenience of being just moments from everything downtown Reading has to offer! An inviting front porch welcomes you home and provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Step inside to discover impressive high ceilings, generously sized rooms, and a wonderful floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and flows beautifully into a spacious dining room, perfect for hosting holidays and gatherings with family and friends. The first floor is complete with an office and full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find all three bedrooms, including a desirable primary suite with its own private full bathroom. LOCATION IS EVERYTHING, and this home truly delivers! Enjoy easy access to Reading’s commuter rail, along with the exciting collection of coffee shops, restaurants, and local businesses that make downtown Reading such a sought-after destination. Just nearby, Washington Park offers tennis courts, a playground, and sports fields, providing fantastic opportunities for outdoor recreation. Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee on the front porch, entertaining in the spacious dining room, relaxing on the backyard patio, or taking advantage of all the nearby amenities, this home offers the perfect combination of CLASSIC CHARM, COMFORT, AND CONVENIENCE. Don’t miss the opportunity to make 89 Washington Street your new home!

89 Washington Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Katie Varney from Listing Office: Classified Realty Group.

$999,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73590410 MLS

Turn the key and fall in love with this long-loved home, where no detail has been overlooked. At the heart of the home is a light-filled kitchen with an adjacent scullery and mudroom, and a large island that opens to a welcoming dining room. The main living area offers a cozy, fireplaced living room that flows into a spacious family room, both full of custom details and character. Sliders lead to a dream garden with outdoor “rooms” perfect for relaxing and entertaining.Upstairs, you’ll find three inviting bedrooms and two full baths, including a light-filled primary en-suite with custom carpentry, a skylight for stargazing, and a beautiful tiled bath with a walk-in glass shower. Six closets, built-in drawers, accessible eaves storage, and a second washer/dryer hookup add plenty of storage and convenience.The lower level is practical and utilitarian, with a workshop area, custom storage shelving, laundry area, and a finished room offering flexibility for a variety of uses. Outside is every bit as special as the interior, with something to discover around every corner. Enjoy a pitch-and-putt, custom treehouse, quaint storage shed, garden cottage/creative studio, fire pit, deck, patio, irrigation, and a tucked-away pea gravel seating area. It's not just pretty, it’s sturdy, too! Harvey and Pella replacement windows and doors throughout, a brand-new 5-zone heating system, 2 zones of central air, a 35-year architectural roof, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, and newer plumbing. A home with this much charm, character, and thoughtful detail doesn’t come along every day. Come see for yourself — you may never want to leave! Option to purchase furnished.

78 Cross Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Chrisanne Connolly from Listing Office: Wilson Wolfe Real Estate.

$775,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73590399 MLS

From the moment you arrive, this beautifully maintained home makes a statement — perfectly situated on the desirable West side of Reading— with manicured landscaping, undeniable curb appeal, and an oversized two-car detached garage with generous storage for all your gear and more. Step inside to a welcoming entryway that flows seamlessly into a sunlit living room anchored by a center fireplace flanked by sconces and framed by a classic bay window — warm, elegant, and instantly inviting. The updated kitchen impresses with rich wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a peninsula island with an eat-in dining area, all opening to a picture-perfect backyard that will take your breath away. Down the hall, two well-sized bedrooms, a primary suite with powder room, and appointed main bath complete the main level — ideal for those who appreciate the ease and elegance of single-level living. The finished lower level offers even more — a spacious living room, game area, full bathroom, and a dedicated home office, providing the flexibility modern living demands. And then there’s the backyard. An updated deck, a charming cabana, a patio with a fire pit, all fully fenced — the perfect private retreat for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the seasons. Whether you’re downsizing or buying your very first home — this one checks every single box.

344 West Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Vincent Rizzo from Listing Office: Serhant.

$769,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73588205 MLS

Commuters to Woburn, Burlington, Boston, etc. will LOVE the convenience of this wonderful location. Nestled in a neighborhood, yet you can get anywhere you need to be with ease. This 3-4 bedroom, 2 bath home has all the rooms you need and want...all at a great value. A variety of lovely living spaces are yours...whether entertaining in the fireplaced living room and inviting dining room, or enjoying a meal in the updated kitchen featuring solid counters, stainless appliances, and access to a nice deck and fenced yard. The lower level provides a HUGE family room, also with access to the back yard, where you can enjoy a dip in the above-ground pool. Love your dog? This yard is perfect for "Fido," bring him along! The family room features a beautiful brick fireplace for those chilly nights, and lots of space to gather to watch "the big game!" With 4 generous bedrooms, the one on the lower level is ideal for teens, guests, or au pair. With a full bath on each level, the possibilities here are endless. For those seeking a convenient location, bountiful living space, a lovely yard, a garage, and loads of updates, this is the one to add to the top of your MUST see list.

15 South Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Rick Nazzaro from Listing Office: Colonial Manor Realty.

$999,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73585219 MLS

Where location, condition, space, yard and amenities all come together, checking A LOT of your "must have" boxes. This much loved, beautifully cared for Multi-level home sits on a gorgeous landscaped lot in one of towns most desired WEST SIDE neighborhoods. In moments, you will be at Barrows Elementary School, major routes, downtown Reading and the commuter rail. Offering a multitude of living areas, this home is ideal for those seeking areas for everyday living and for incredible entertaining...whether inside or out. A highlight of this home is the STUNNING FIRST FLOOR FAMILY ROOM. It's design and features will leave you breathless...from the cathedral beamed ceiling, to the French doors, to the access out to an oversized deck and lush backyard. Additionally on the first level, you will find a lovely kitchen with rich finishes and a cozy banquet. Holidays will be a breeze from the fireplaced living room with a mantled fireplace and dining room, each with beautiful picture windows and hardwood floors. Up a level, are 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 updated baths...including a primary en-suite. Down at the entry level you will enjoy the ease of coming in from your TWO CAR GARAGE, where you will find laundry and a half bath. Down again, there is a light and bright playroom for watching the big game, hanging with friends, and enjoying the built-in bar with access to your outdoor grill and patio, where peace and tranquility live. This is a LOT of house in a neighborhood you love, so don't delay as it's what you have been waiting for.

70 Longview Road, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Rick Nazzaro from Listing Office: Colonial Manor Realty.

$1,250,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73585139 MLS

Presenting an exceptional opportunity on Pine Ridge Rd in one of Reading’s most desirable Westside neighborhoods. This impressive expanded Cape-style home offers 3,053 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, providing room for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The home features four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet and ensuite bath. An additional bathroom and a convenient half bath provide flexibility and comfort for residents and guests. The first floor offers a spacious, gas fireplaced formal living room, and separate family room. A full, partially finished walk-out basement offers valuable additional space and excellent potential for a variety of uses. Outside, the generous 10,001-square-foot lot features a deck, patio, and welcoming front porch, creating multiple opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Expanded and substantially renovated in 2011, the home received numerous significant updates, including a renovated kitchen and baths, new roof, windows, doors, one furnace, and electrical service. The 2011 improvements also added a family room and two bedrooms, further enhancing the home’s versatility and appeal. A rare opportunity to enjoy spacious living, thoughtful updates, and a desirable Westside location in Reading. Come discover all this wonderful home has to offer. Some photos, including exterior shots, have been digitally enhanced. First showings at Open Houses: Saturday, 10/3 and Sunday, 10/4, from 12:00–1:30 PM.

118 Pine Ridge Rd, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kevin McDermott from Listing Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center.

$1,100,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73584842 MLS

Welcome to this unique and stately Center Entrance Colonial! Built at the turn of the century, many of its original features have been lovingly preserved. Step on to the wide and welcoming front porch and into the spacious entry foyer. You will find hard wood flooring, many built-ins, window seats, wainscoting, and hidden nooks characteristic of that time period. It offers a classic floor plan with spacious rooms, two fireplaces, many windows, and a large eat-in kitchen. The rear screened-in porch, provides a private connection to the outdoors. The second floor "Study" has a fireplace and offers versatile use, including the possibility of a fifth bedroom. The generous lot is just the right size, complete with a garage, plenty of off street parking and the rare enhancement of a copper beech tree. Other features and improvements are: a five year old gas fired state of the art heating system, and hot water tank, a 7 year old roof, gas cooking, a whole house fan, a walk-up attic for possible future expansion, a third full bathroom in the basement laundry room, a water filtration system, a newer refrigerator and a new washer and dryer. Situated on a corner lot in the highly desirable West Side, this fine home is 0.5 miles to the Reading commuter rail station and 0.4 miles to the Joshua Eaton and Parker Middle Schools.

124 Prescott St, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Beaton Team from Listing Office: Leading Edge Real Estate.

$849,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73584322 MLS

Truly turnkey and thoughtfully updated, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, character and convenience. The open concept first floor was made for everyday living and entertaining, with an updated kitchen featuring white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a center island and spacious walk in pantry. Hardwood flooring, high ceilings and abundant natural light carry throughout the main living space, while gas heat and central air provide year round comfort. A desirable first floor primary suite features a generous walk in closet and beautifully appointed en suite bath, with first floor laundry adding another layer of convenience. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and a three quarter bath provide comfortable and flexible space for family, guests or a home office. Outside, an oversized deck overlooks the beautifully manicured, private fenced yard and patio, creating an inviting extension of the living space that's ready for summer dinners, weekend gatherings and football Sundays by the fire an outdoor TV set up. A full walkout basement provides plenty of additional storage. The location makes the transition from city to suburbs an easy one. Just off Route 128 and moments from downtown Reading and the commuter rail, grab your morning coffee at Cafè Nero or enjoy cocktails and dining at local favorites Public Kitchen and Venetian Moon, all close to home. Lake Quannapowitt and Market Street are just minutes away, with Boston less than 30 minutes away. Enjoy space and privacy while staying connected to the coffee shops, dining, cocktails, community and everyday conveniences that make a neighborhood feel like home.

29 Canterbury Drive, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Susan Gormady Group from Listing Office: Classified Realty Group.

$1,125,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73584263 MLS

Welcome home to a place that feels like an escape from the moment you arrive. Set on a large, private, wooded lot, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom home offers the peace and privacy you’ve been looking for, while keeping you just minutes from everything you love about Reading. Brand-new siding and windows give the home a fresh, polished feel and make moving in truly effortless. Inside, the open-concept main level is designed for real life—morning coffee in the renovated kitchen, dinners together in the dedicated dining area, and cozy nights relaxing in the spacious living room. A flexible bonus space gives you the perfect spot for a playroom, home office, or quiet sitting area. Upstairs, four comfortable bedrooms provide plenty of room to settle in and grow, along with a beautifully updated full bath. But you may find yourself spending the most time out back. Enjoy summer dinners on the deck, slow mornings on the screened porch, and peaceful evenings surrounded by trees in your own private backyard retreat. With a 2-car garage, additional storage, and easy access to the commuter rail, Routes 28, 93 and 95, shops, restaurants, and ice cream runs to Cal’s, this is the kind of home that makes everyday life feel a little easier—and a lot more enjoyable.

38 Fairmount Road, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Kennedy Team from Listing Office: Classified Realty Group.

$814,500

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73584250 MLS

Welcome to 3 Palmer Hill Ave, offering a UNIQUE AND VERSATILE FLOOR PLAN with three generously sized bedrooms and THREE BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED FULL BATHROOMS. A standout feature is the spacious FIRST-FLOOR PRIMARY EN SUITE, complete with an updated private bath featuring a BRAND NEW TILED SHOWER, LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET, and convenient FIRST-FLOOR LAUNDRY. The kitchen features GRANITE COUNTERTOPS and STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES with easy access to the home’s living and dining spaces. Upstairs, a FULL SHED DORMER creates two exceptionally spacious bedrooms along with an additional updated full bathroom. The flexible layout provides plenty of room for comfortable everyday living while offering the convenience of a first-floor primary suite. Ideally situated in a desirable Reading location convenient to SCHOOLS, MAJOR COMMUTER ROUTES, DOWNTOWN READING, shopping, dining, and the COMMUTER RAIL. A wonderful opportunity for buyers looking for GENEROUS BEDROOM SIZES, UPDATED BATHS, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan in a convenient location.

3 Palmer Hill Avenue, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Katie Varney from Listing Office: Classified Realty Group.

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73584175 MLS

Coming to market for the first time in 25 years, this meticulously cared-for Cape is a rare find. Original 1940s charm meets fresh updates throughout, with brand-new paint and beautifully refinished hardwood floors ready to welcome its next owners. The first floor offers a warm, functional layout with a kitchen, dining room, and a living room anchored by a gorgeous fireplace, plus a full bath and a spacious screened-in deck perfect for three-season enjoyment. The lower level adds valuable flexible space, including an open bonus area, full bath, and office- ideal for guests, work-from-home, or extended living. Upstairs, two comfortable bedrooms complete the home. Set on a coveted double lot- a true rarity in Reading. This property offers exceptional green space and future expansion potential. Move right in and enjoy, or make it your own-the opportunity here is one you won't want to miss.

7 Pilgrim Rd, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Charlotte Press from Listing Office: Compass.

$1,100,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73582517 MLS

This home is truly unique, tucked away in a secluded setting on a spacious lot yet minutes from the train and major routes The house has thoughtfully updated offering comfort, flexibility, and easy living as well as a heated shed and garage,. The main level features an open living area that is further expanded via decks overlooking the private yard, a renovated kitchen, and inviting spaces for everyday use or entertaining, The home is .primarily designed with one level offering 1824 sf LA making it perfect for all aged residents, young children and pets The primary bedroom has a private family room in addition to the bedroom and bath creating its own oasis. Outside, enjoy a private yard perfect for relaxing, gardening, or hosting as well as a firepit. The present owner' s extensive updates including , raising and replacing the roof, insulation, newer roof, 2 option on heating systems, 3 zone heat, kitchen and baths, floors, many windows, new lighting, gym and updating the lower level rec room and more, Whether you thrive on hosting lively gatherings or cherish uninterrupted solitude this homes tucked away location is increasingly hard to find. Tesla charger stays! This home is truly unique, tucked away in a secluded setting on a spacious lot yet minutes from the train and major routes. There is plenty of room if desired for an ADU, buyer to do due their own due diligence

345 Lowell St, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Robin Miller from Listing Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center.

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