53 John St, Reading, MA 01867
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53 John St
Reading, MA 01867

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 864 sqft

$915,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,548/mo*
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$915,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,548/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
864 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1800
Living Area
864 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,060
Parking
Garage

About this House

Walk Score of 80 for this conveniently located 2nd floor apartment! Freshly painted, this apartment offers two bedrooms, one bath, kitchen and living room. Hardwood floors in each bedroom and the living room. Washer/Dryer hookup in basement, tenant supplies their own washer/dryer. Small yard for outside enjoyment. Short walk to vibrant downtown Reading with its many shops and restaurants, approximately 10 minute walk to commuter rail and a short drive to 93 or 128. PLEASE NOTE; NO PETS ALLOWED/NO SMOKING.
53 John St, Reading, MA 01867 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home built in 1800. It last sold for $765,000 on May 24, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2017 with an asking price of $1,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 15, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $915,600, with a rent estimate of $2,862/month.

Home Details for 53 John St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Workshop, Solarium Atrium, Sun Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OilAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherGarden
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1800Year Updated: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price History for 53 John St

DatePriceEventSource
05/24/2023$765,000Sold
MLS PIN #73098692
04/13/2023$699,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73098692
04/15/2017$1,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/01/2017$1,400Listed For RentAgent Provided
08/20/2013$1,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/16/2013$1,500Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Reading

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$915K
$40KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.4%
Price per sq ft
$489
$2MoM
Available listings
72
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,908
Assessment$782,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 53 John St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
69 Ash St, Reading, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$580,000
04/29/26
2
1
956
169 Green St, Reading, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$675,000
12/17/25
3
1
1,050
10 Eaton St, Reading, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$765,000
01/06/26
3
1.5
1,224
16 Elm St, Reading, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$677,000
08/07/25
2
1.5
1,529
34 Winter St, Reading, MA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$705,000
09/30/25
3
1
1,092
2 Lakeview Ave, Reading, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/13/26
3
2
1,223
90 Washington St, Reading, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$690,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,333
12 Lakeview Ave, Reading, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$715,000
07/29/26
3
1.5
1,426
17 John St, Reading, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$700,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,913
223 Washington St, Reading, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$725,000
12/11/25
3
1.5
1,344

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Reading

At least 120 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Joanfraske
    "The people are unique and the houses are all different. There are many trees and a playground for children "
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  • Adam Graham
    "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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  • 4yztwzyc4k
    "Friendly people not a lot of noise. Lots of trees and grass. Town forest is very close by. Not a lot of trash"
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  • Shauntsullivan
    "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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  • Johnsonle
    "Safe and friendly neighborhood where kids are always out playing and riding bikes. Supportive parents"
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  • Johnny V.
    "Reading is a great town, especially if you’re a commuter and driving into Boston isn’t your thing. Good school system, great parks, and a wonderful town forest. My favorite was the MASSIVE library!"
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  • Michelle L. L. (.
    "People are kind here. It's actually like a community onv my street. They're kind to one another and they know everyone. I love it!"
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  • Caitlin C.
    "There are no “dog parks” but many people are in the neighborhood walking their dogs and often in the town forest letting their dogs off leash. "
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  • Ben T.
    "There is strong interest in the schools and making sure there is strong community short for education."
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  • Ben T.
    "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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  • Tracy E. M.
    "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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  • Tracy E. M.
    "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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  • Tracy E. M.
    "that the school system is good and not alot of crime. people care for their property and keep it clean. "
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  • Tracy E. M.
    "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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  • Jennshellm
    "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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  • Fox H. E. L.
    "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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  • Maob63
    "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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  • Adrao_31
    "Great access to i95 and I93. Good school district and safe. Quiet place with very less commercial spaces."
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  • Ldennis
    "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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  • Melissa J.
    "I have live in Reading since 2010 Love this area great restaurants train is close by schools are fantastic "
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  • Lfermin
    "very quiet place. I Really like it . bus stop and train station very close to my house. parking place. "
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  • Unspecified
    "It’s a fantastic area full of friendly social families. We have a lot of fun together and enjoy bumping into each other and catching up on the street. Everyone takes pride in the appearance and upkeep of their home but not in a pretentious way. Very pleased to be part of such a warm and vibrant group of people."
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  • Candace B.
    "I've lived here for 4 years now and it is so quit. No kids, no cars, no dogs just very peaceful and very friendly neighbors. "
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  • Bookguise
    "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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