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Key Details
Sold Price $725,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,342 sqft
Price per Sqft $540
MLS Listing ID 73506216
Sold Date 09/18/26
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N false
Year Built 1920
Annual Tax Amount $8,264
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 9,147 Sqft
Acres 0.21
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a single-family home in Reading with its award-winning school system for the price of many local condos! Welcome to 79 Hancock Street, a charming move-in ready Colonial offering the perfect combination of affordability, location, and lifestyle. Features include beautiful hardwood floors, a spacious eat-in kitchen with abundant cabinetry and countertop space, and a flexible floor plan with a dedicated home office ideal for today's work-from-home lifestyle. Enjoy the ease of first-floor living with comfortable, functional spaces designed to accommodate a variety of needs. Relax on the inviting farmer's porch or enjoy the privacy of the backyard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, family gatherings, or simply unwinding after a long day. Nestled on a quiet dead-end street just steps from the Mailett Woods Conservation Area and the Theilen Memorial Bird Sanctuary, you'll enjoy scenic walking trails, nature, and outdoor recreation right outside your door. Commuters will appreciate the short walk to the Reading MBTA commuter rail with direct service to Boston, along with quick access to Routes 93 and 128, making travel throughout Greater Boston convenient. Downtown Reading is just minutes away and offers outstanding restaurants, cafés, shopping, parks, local boutiques, the public library, and year-round community events. Reading continues to be one of the North Shore's most sought-after communities thanks to its highly rated public schools, vibrant downtown, and exceptional quality of life. Recent electrical upgrades provide added peace of mind, while the versatile layout makes this home an excellent choice for first-time homebuyers, downsizers, commuters, or anyone looking to own a single-family home without the expense of monthly condo fees. The private yard offers room for pets, outdoor dining, gardening, and future possibilities, while the quiet neighborhood provides a peaceful setting with convenient access to everything you need. Opportunities to purchase an affordable single-family home in Reading are becoming increasingly rare. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to simplify your lifestyle, or seeking a home in a desirable North Shore community with excellent schools and commuter access, 79 Hancock Street delivers exceptional value. Combining charm, convenience, commuter-friendly location, conservation land, and the benefits of homeownership, this is a property you won't want to miss!
Location
State MA
County Middlesex
Zoning S15
Direction Use GPS
Rooms
Basement Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Primary Bedroom Level Second
Dining Room Flooring - Hardwood
Interior
Interior Features Home Office
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 1
Appliance Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
Community Features Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Utilities Available for Gas Oven
Total Parking Spaces 4
Garage No
Building
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Others
Senior Community false
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