483 Franklin Street
Reading, MA, 01867
$1,539,000
The Richard Nichols Farmstead, a rare example of early architecture, is an iconic property located on 1.3 acres of land. Located close to public transportation & schools, it abuts a private golf course with sweeping views unlike any other. This spacious & comfortable home features historic charm with modern day conveniences in an unparalleled blend of the old & new. Offering a living room, dining room/sitting area, eat in kitchen, family room, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths plus office spaces on both the first & second floors. With 4 working fireplaces & a wood stove, unique wide plank floors, a two car detached garage, a lower & upper field, deck, stonewalls, granite steps, flagstone walk & perennial gardens, this property provides a spacious & peaceful retreat. Additionally, a two story ‘Beverly Jog” a historic Massachusetts building feature, a Chipseal primary driveway, a new wood shingle roof, a walk out lower level and a walk up unfinished attic. This property is a rare find.
Current real estate data for Single Family in Reading as of Oct 07, 2025
44
Single Family Listed
99
Avg DOM
455
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,105,194
Avg List Price
Property Details
Price:
$1,539,000
MLS #:
73371871
Status:
Pending
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
May 8, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
4,339
Total Sq Ft:
4,339
Lot Size:
57,064 sqft / 1.31 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1731
Schools
Elementary School:
School Dept
Middle School:
Coolidge
High School:
Rmhs
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
5
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring – Wood
Heating
Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Laundry Features
Exterior Access, In Basement
Exterior
Architectural Style
Antique, Farmhouse
Community Features
Public Transportation, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Exterior Features
Deck
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Parking Spots
6
Roof
Wood
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$14,506
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Community
- Address483 Franklin Street Reading MA
- CityReading
- CountyMiddlesex
- Zip Code01867
Subdivisions in Reading
Property Summary
- 483 Franklin Street Reading MA is a Single Family for sale in Reading, MA, 01867. It is listed for $1,539,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 4,339 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1731. The current price per square foot is $355. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Reading is $455. The average listing price for Single Family in Reading is $1,105,194. To schedule a showing of MLS#73371871 at 483 Franklin Street in Reading, MA, contact your Boardwalk Real Estate Corp. agent at 781-944-7820.
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CRP: Certified Relocation Professional CRS: Certified Residential Specialist GRI: Graduate of Realtors Institute CBR: Certified Buyers Representative BSBA: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Babson College 1979 MBA: Master of Business Administration. Babson College 2002 James M. Joly is President and Principal-Owner of Boardwalk Real Estate Corp.,…
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483 Franklin Street
Reading, MA