159 Summer Ave, Reading, MA 01867
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159 Summer Ave
Reading, MA 01867

  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 3,490 sqft (on 0.47 acres)

$1,271,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,632/mo*
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$1,271,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,632/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
3,490 sqft
(on 0.47 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.27M
Since last month
Decreased$31K (-2.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-0.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$521K (+69.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +78% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.27M
July 2026$1.27M
June 2026$1.3M
May 2026$1.3M
April 2026$1.28M
March 2026$1.25M
February 2026$1.2M
January 2026$1.17M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
266 West St, Reading, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$875,000
12/18/25
4
1.5
3,003
17 Palmer Hill Ave, Reading, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,210,500
11/12/25
4
2
2,945
168 Summer Ave, Reading, MA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
07/13/26
4
3.5
2,260
38 Berkeley St, Reading, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,049,000
07/10/26
4
1.5
2,082
120 Summer Ave, Reading, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
07/13/26
4
2.5
2,253
90 Summer Ave, Reading, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,270,000
10/30/25
4
2.5
2,858
45 Longview Rd, Reading, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$755,000
05/01/26
3
2.5
2,960
51 Winslow Rd, Reading, MA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
04/22/26
6
2
2,932
84 King St, Reading, MA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,510,000
08/04/26
3
2.5
2,513
20 Prospect St, Reading, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/18/26
3
1.5
1,696

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
168 Summer Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.04
$1,250,000
4
3.5
2,260
Recently Sold
15 Glen Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.09
$1,105,200
4
2.5
2,333
Off Market
16 Glen Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.11
$655,000
3
1
1,219
Recently Sold
84 King St, Reading, MA 01867
0.10
$1,510,000
3
2.5
2,513
Recently Sold
120 Summer Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$1,275,000
4
2.5
2,253
Recently Sold
85 Mineral St, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$830,000
2
1.5
1,204
Recently Sold
94 Prospect St, Reading, MA 01867
0.13
$2,113,700
7
4
5,233
Off Market
7 King St, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$730,000
2
1
1,143
Recently Sold
10 Hancock St, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$906,200
3
1.5
2,001
Off Market
12 Hancock St, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$898,800
4
2
2,029
Off Market
66 Mineral St, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$935,300
4
2.5
1,873
Off Market
94 King St, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$1,376,700
5
2
2,328
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1889
Lot Size
0.47 acres
Living Area
3,490 sqft
Price/Sqft
$364
Parking
Garage

About this House

RARE OPPORTUNITY to own one of Reading's most ICONIC Victorian homes which has been HIGHLIGHTED in several Reading historic PUBLICATIONS. Designed by local architect Horace Wadlin, this RICHLY DETAILED, 9 room, 4 bedroom home is a transitional style between QUEEN ANNE and SHINGLE. Beautifully maintained by the current owners this home has retained it's architectural features: the NATURAL OAK used throughout the house including an oak dining room with CURVED window seat; EUROPEAN-TILED oak fireplaces; a curved or rounded living room and bedroom; large walk-in closets with BUILT-INS, oak in the entryway, foyer, staircases and on the landings; intact BUTLER'S PANTRY done entirely in maple with BIRDS EYE MAPLE counters. Generous sized SCREENED PORCH off the kitchen offers expansion potential. Interior and exterior PAINTED and hardwood floors REFINISHED in 2018. LARGE 20,347 sq. ft. LOT, 3 car garage/carport. WELL LOCATED in the Summer Ave. historic district near schools, downtown.
159 Summer Ave, Reading, MA 01867 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,490 sqft single-family home built in 1889. It last sold for $750,000 on Sep 20, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2018 with an asking price of $3,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 29, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,271,000, with a rent estimate of $5,459/month.

Home Details for 159 Summer Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Shingle Not WoodPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Carport, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1889Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.47 acres

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 20, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$750,000
Aug 8, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$799,900
Aug 1, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$799,900
Price decreased by 3%
Jul 10, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$824,900
Jun 29, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$3,200

Market trends in Reading

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$863K
$52.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$476
$13MoM
Available listings
40
32MoM
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What Locals Say about Reading

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  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say there are community events

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "We bought our home here in Reading 13 years ago when our first child was 1. We have 2 now and have been very happy with the schools and arts programs. Lots of walkers and joggers, several solid restaurants and take out places, a liquor store that has the biggest craft beer selection I've ever seen in my life, nice police officers, good road upkeep. I'm very happy to be raising my kids in this town."
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    "Plenty of dogs in the neighborhood. Very friendly and most neighbors walk with leases. It is rare but being close to the woods and/or highway there are some fisher cats in recent years. Today a coyote was spotted in the neighborhood. Again, that was reported maybe 7 times in 10 years but pet owners need to keep an eye out for the little ones! "
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    "There is great access to commuter rail in Reading. Good schools and quiet neighborhoods. There are some nice restaurants in town and easy access to the highways."
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    "halloween for the kids at stores, restaurants etc. in the center of time. festivals and a tight knit family of friends and actual families. recently a famous turkey has really brought the entire town together and donated to the food bank. "
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    "there are sidewalks to keep you and your dog or dogs safe from car traffic. lots of parks to for dogs to get plenty of excersise"
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    "that the school system is good and not alot of crime. people care for their property and keep it clean. "
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    "Very family oriented, safe and clean. great school system. the town does a lot for the community with faires, festivals and different things as well year long. "
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    "Group walks in the morning with dog owners. Big areas for dogs to meet and run. Dos trails are available and used by many people and families. "
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    "School System Ratings, Safety Low Crime Rates, Accessibility to Town Services and Food and Retail purchases. Good green spaces. Local restaraunts, parks and Town Amenities. "
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    "a lot of open spaces for dogs and their owners to venture. a wide range of animals such as rabbits, deer, turkeys, possums and deer to sniff"
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    "Great access to i95 and I93. Good school district and safe. Quiet place with very less commercial spaces."
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    "Annual street fair, Town Day, summer concerts on the town common, Memorial Day parade. Robust clergy association sponsors church community activities."
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    "Walk to elementary, middle and high school. Walk to YMCA and major town sports fields. Close to Town Forest and Route 93. "
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Frequently asked questions about 159 Summer Ave

  • What is 159 Summer Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 Summer Ave in Reading, MA is $1,271,000.
  • What is the price history for 159 Summer Ave?
    159 Summer Ave in Reading, MA last sold for $750,000 in September 2019.
  • Is Reading a buyer's or seller's market?
    Reading is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Reading?
    The median sale price in Reading is $863K. That is down $52.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 159 Summer Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 159 Summer Ave in Reading, MA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 159 Summer Ave?
    The lot at 159 Summer Ave in Reading, MA is about 0.47 acres (20,473 sq ft).