81 John St, Reading, MA 01867
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OFF MARKET

81 John St
Reading, MA 01867

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,032 sqft

$697,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,194/mo*
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$697,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,194/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,032 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$698K
Since last month
Decreased$13K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$32K (+4.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$42K (+6.4%)
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 +94% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$697K
July 2026$710K
June 2026$682K
May 2026$665K
April 2026$657K
March 2026$662K
February 2026$666K
January 2026$653K
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
169 Green St, Reading, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$675,000
12/17/25
3
1
1,050
69 Ash St, Reading, MA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$580,000
04/29/26
2
1
956
2 Lakeview Ave, Reading, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/13/26
3
2
1,223
223 Washington St, Reading, MA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$725,000
12/11/25
3
1.5
1,344
12 Lakeview Ave, Reading, MA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$715,000
07/29/26
3
1.5
1,426
90 Washington St, Reading, MA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$690,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,333
34 Winter St, Reading, MA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$705,000
09/30/25
3
1
1,092
22 Bolton St, Reading, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$625,000
06/30/26
3
2
1,652
10 Eaton St, Reading, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$765,000
01/06/26
3
1.5
1,224
20 Pinevale Ave, Reading, MA
0.66
Single-Family Home
$540,000
07/15/26
2
1
1,022

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
72 John St, Reading, MA 01867
0.04
$973,600
5
2
1,697
Off Market
96 John St, Reading, MA 01867
0.05
$1,014,400
4
1.5
2,170
Off Market
76 Village St, Reading, MA 01867
0.02
$1,007,200
4
2
1,971
Off Market
95 John St, Reading, MA 01867
0.05
$1,085,000
3
2.5
2,442
Recently Sold
48 Village St #1001, Reading, MA 01867
0.04
$695,000
2
2.5
1,500
Recently Sold
48 Village St #2001, Reading, MA 01867
0.04
-
3
2.5
1,500
Off Market
40 Village St, Reading, MA 01867
0.05
$863,800
4
2
1,857
Off Market
30 Village St #30, Reading, MA 01867
0.06
$665,000
5
2
2,105
Recently Sold
43 Village St, Reading, MA 01867
0.06
$908,600
3
2
1,524
Off Market
121 Green St, Reading, MA 01867
0.07
$968,700
3
2
2,045
Off Market
234 Washington St, Reading, MA 01867
0.09
$784,100
2
2
1,211
Off Market

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
1924
Living Area
1,032 sqft
Price/Sqft
$676
Parking
4 Open Spaces

About this House

AMAZING LOCATION!!!! RARE opportunity to live in beautiful Reading for under 700,000! Completely updated one level living! Open concept! Great home for first time buyers,change in lifestyle buyers or down sizers wanting one level living! 2 large bedrooms with bonus rooms off each bedroom. Either bedroom could be the main bedroom. 9 foot ceilings throughout! Central AC, Gas, 2022 appliances, flat lot, great yard, larger driveway, large deck off the back with large storage shed in yard! Condo alternative with no HOA fees or restrictions for you or your pets! Minutes from Starbucks, Sushi, Market Basket, Stop & Shop, Restaurants, Commuter Rail to Boston RTES 95/93 and all wonderful Reading has to offer!
81 John St, Reading, MA 01867 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,032 sqft single-family home built in 1924. It last sold for $655,000 on Nov 25, 2024 (2% below the $669,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $697,700, with a rent estimate of $3,059/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Eric Doherty, (617) 650-2487
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate, (781) 942-2199
Bought with: The Kennedy Team, (617) 281-9221, Classified Realty Group, (781) 944-1901
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73289178

Home Details for 81 John St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1032 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas OvenAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - WoodExterior: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, StorageFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:017.000000203.0, 733360

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $669,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Oct 22 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Reading
School Information
Jr High / Middle School: CoolidgeHigh School: Rmhs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1032 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6373 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73289178

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkGolfMedical FacilityHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-Station

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 25, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73289178
Sold
$655,000
Oct 8, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73289178
PriceChange
$669,000
Price decreased by 1%
Sep 23, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73289178
PriceChange
$679,000
Price decreased by 3%
Sep 12, 2024
Source: MLS PIN #73289178
Listed For Sale
$699,000

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

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 81 John St

  • What is 81 John St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 81 John St in Reading, MA is $697,700.
  • What is the price history for 81 John St?
    81 John St in Reading, MA last sold for $655,000 in November 2024.
  • 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 81 John St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 81 John St in Reading, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 81 John St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 81 John St in Reading, MA has laundry facilities.

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