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Rare opportunity to own a unique wooded property abutting protected forest and conservation land in one of Reading's most desirable neighborhoods. Renovate and expand the existing farmhouse-featuring bricks reclaimed from Reading's historic roundhouse train station-or build your dream home in an exceptional natural setting. An original silo remains on the property, adding charm, historic character, and potential for creative repurposing. Ideally located within walking distance to Barrows Elementary, Parker Middle School, Austin Preparatory School, downtown Reading, and the Haverhill-to-Boston commuter rail, with Reading Memorial High School just minutes away. Conveniently situated 12 miles from Boston, 17 miles from the New Hampshire border, and approximately 6 minutes from both I-93 and I-95. The property is serviced by an on-site septic system, with a Title 5 inspection to be provided by the seller prior to closing. Town sewer and natural gas are available at the street, offering additional flexibility for future development, including potential accessory dwelling unit (ADU) possibilities, subject to buyer due diligence and town approvals. The property is sold as is.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms4
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom2
  • Lot Features Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Steep Slope, Other
  • Parcel Number 734192
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $852,700
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$9,260

School Information

  • High School Reading Memorial
  • Elementary SchoolBarrows
  • Junior HighParker

Parking

  • Parking Spaces6
  • Parking Features Off Street

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 1.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second,11 x 10
  • Bedroom 3 Second,11 x 10
  • Bedroom 4 Second,11 x 10
  • Dining Room First,11 x 12
  • Full Bath1
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen First,12 x 12
  • Living Room First,13 x 17
  • Master Bedroom Second,12

Basic Information

  • List Price$895,000
  • MLS Number73563169
  • Modification Date08/14/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Location

  • Address76 Summer Avenue
  • Building Number76
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetSummer Avenue
  • TownReading
  • Zip01867

Building

  • BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame, Brick
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationConcrete Perimeter
  • Property StyleFarmhouse
  • Rooms8
  • Utilities For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Year Built1957
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Owner

Property

  • Acreage0.86

Interior

  • Flooring Hardwood

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Other
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

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

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,650
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,650
  • Lot Size Square Feet 37,330
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Property Attached YN Yes
  • Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • Sidewalks
    • T-Station
  • Appliances IncludedWater Heater

Other

  • Date Listed08/13/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by Jason Saphire of www.HomeZu.com

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