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Steeped in history and overflowing with character, this extraordinary 1740 Saltbox offers a rare opportunity to restore one of North Reading's timeless treasures. Rich in original architectural details, the home showcases wide pine floors, grand period fireplaces, paneled walls, custom built-ins, and the craftsmanship that defines early New England homes. Featuring five bedrooms and zoned as a two-family residence, the flexible layout presents endless possibilities for restoration, multi-generational living, investment, or creating a truly one-of-a-kind estate. Set on a lush lot with mature gardens, sprawling green space, and classic stone walls, the property offers a picturesque setting just moments from downtown North Reading with convenient access to Route 62 and Route 128. Ample off-street parking for up to 10 vehicles completes this remarkable offering. Bring your vision and breathe new life into a piece of North Reading history.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms5
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom3
  • Lot Features Cleared
  • Parcel Number M:085.0 B:0000 L:0020.0,721852

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $785,900
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$10,264

School Information

  • High School North Reading
  • Elementary SchoolBatchelder
  • High SchoolNorth Reading
  • Junior HighNorth Reading

Parking

  • Parking Spaces10
  • Parking Features Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 Second,10.5 x 12
  • Bathroom 2 First,9 x 11
  • Bathroom 3 First,9 x 6
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 2.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second,16.5 x 15.5
  • Bedroom 3 Second,16 x 14
  • Bedroom 4 Second,12.5 x 13.5
  • Bedroom 5 Second,10 x 10
  • Dining Room First,14 x 16
  • Family Room First,18 x 13
  • Full Bath2
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen First,14.5 x 10
  • Living Room First,13 x 16
  • Master Bedroom Second,14

Basic Information

  • List Price$799,900
  • MLS Number73557164
  • Modification Date07/31/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Location

  • Address17 Elm Street
  • Building Number17
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetElm Street
  • TownNorth Reading
  • Zip01864

Building

  • BasementPartial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 6
  • FoundationStone
  • Property StyleSaltbox
  • Rooms16
  • Year Built1740
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.97

Interior

  • Flooring Wood
  • Interior Features Sitting Room, Entry Hall, Kitchen, Bonus Room, Mud Room

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Garden
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Electric Circuit Breakers
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Baseboard, Oil
  • Sewer Private Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet3,801
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 3,801
  • Lot Size Square Feet 42,253
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • View YN Yes

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • Park
    • Public School
    • Shopping
    • Walk/Jog Trails

Legal

  • ZoningRA

Other

  • Date Listed07/30/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by Kevin Fruh of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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