Not your typical Cape. This beautifully expanded five-bedroom home combines timeless character, impressive living space, and a private setting in a convenient Reading location. Hardwood floors and custom millwork add warmth and architectural detail throughout, while a first-floor primary suite offers the comfort and flexibility buyers are looking for. The standout family room is filled with natural light and overlooks the private backyard, creating an inviting space to gather and unwind. The finished lower level offers additional versatile living space, including a comfortable den with fireplace, a dedicated laundry room, and a cedar closet for added storage. Outside, enjoy a spacious deck and patio surrounded by privacy, perfect for entertaining or relaxing through every season. Ideally located for commuters with convenient access to major routes, the commuter rail, shopping, dining, and all that Reading has to offer. With five bedrooms, flexible living spaces, beautiful details, and an exceptional location, this expanded Cape offers far more than meets the eye.
Listed by Linda Byers · DiPietro Group Real Estate MLS PIN #73579231 · Updated 10/31/2026, 3:05:00 PM ET
Facts & features
Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Back on Market
Bedrooms
5
Full bathrooms
2
Half bathrooms
1
Total bathrooms
2.5
Total rooms
11
Living area
3,640 sqft
Living area source
Public Record
Above grade finished area
2,899 sqft
Below grade finished area
741 sqft
Building area
3,640
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Public Records
Area includes basement
Yes
Interior & systems
Heating
Baseboard · Oil · Fireplace
Heating available
Yes
Heating zones
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling available
Yes
Cooling zones
1
Appliances
Water Heater · Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator
Deck · Patio · Storage · Professional Landscaping · Sprinkler System
Patio & porch
Deck · Patio
Spa
No
Waterfront
No
Beachfront
No
Utilities & infrastructure
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Road frontage
Public
HOA & community
Homeowners association
No
Community features
Public Transportation · Shopping · Golf · Medical Facility · Laundromat · Highway Access · Private School · Public School
Senior community
No
Taxes & property records
Annual property tax
$12,847.3
Tax year
2026
Assessed value
$1,172,200
Parcel number
730325
Zoning
S20
Registry book
43054
Registry page
463
Location & listed schools
City
Reading
County
Middlesex
State
MA
ZIP code
01867
Listed elementary school
Joshua Eaton
Listed middle school
Parker
Listed high school
Rmhs
Directions
GPS- James Road to Alden Circle
Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73579231
Listing date
2026-09-17
Original entry date
2026-09-17
Status changed
2026-10-31
Listing modified
2026-10-31
Original list price
$1,399,000
Current list price
$1,280,000
List price per sqft
$351.65
Days on market
44
Property market time
44
Disclosures
Bedrooms on second floor have carpet over hardwood floors.
Disclosure indicator
N
Lead paint
Unknown
Price & tax details
Current asking price$1,280,000
Original asking price$1,399,000
Listed on2026-09-17
Days on market44
Tax record supplied by MLS
Year
Property tax
Assessed value
2026
$12,847.3
$1,172,200
These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.
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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Schools & performance
2026 MA DESE
School names, grades and state-reported measures are listed below.
Schools named in the listing
83DESE percentile
MLS-listed elementary
Joshua Eaton
Grades K · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5
Progress toward targets 77%
—DESE percentile
MLS-listed middle
Parker
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MLS-listed high school
Rmhs
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