Property Attributes
- MLS#73581939
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status New
- CountyMIDDLESEX
- CityReading
- NeighborhoodWashington Park-Downtown
- Zip01867
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1916
- Taxes$ 7977
- Price$ 749,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1474
- Lot Size0.11 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Welcome to 11 Sweetser Ave ideally located in a desirable downtown Reading. Available for the first time in 37 years, this charming 3-bedroom, 1½-bath Colonial offers a rare opportunity to own a home in one of Reading’s most convenient locations. Enjoy being just steps from downtown Reading and the commuter rail, with Washington Park just feet away. The home features a desirable open backyard, a rare find for such a convenient downtown location, providing excellent space for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. With its combination of location, accessibility, and outdoor space, this property offers tremendous potential for a variety of buyers. Don’t miss this special opportunity to make this long-loved Reading home your own.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Joshua Eaton Elementary School | Walter S. Parker Middle School | Reading High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Listed $749,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer |
| Zoning | S15 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Exclusions | Seller's Personal Belongings |
| Year Built | 1916 |
| Electric | 100 Amp Service |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Parcel Number | M:0016 B:0000 L:0251.0,732804 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,Park,Highway Access,Private School,Public School,T-Station |
| County | Middlesex |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | Washington Park/Downtown |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Total Rooms | 6 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | New |
| Directions | Please GPS 11 Sweetser Ave Reading. Off of Minot Street. |
| High School | Reading |
| City | Reading |
| Disclosures | Home purchase contingency needed. Buyer has new home already under contract. Some seepage in bulkhead are during heavy rain. |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5001 |
| Elementary School | Joshua Eaton |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Approximate |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7977 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Walter S. Parker |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 727800 |
| Certified Treated | Unknown |
Interior Features
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
|---|---|
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1474 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Record |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Porch |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Paved Drive,Off Street,Tandem |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.11 |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1474 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.11 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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