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$719,900
3 Beds 1 Baths
HOA
N/A
SQFT
1228
159 Howard Street
Reading, MA 01867
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Property Description

Located in one of towns most sought after WEST SIDE neighborhoods where more expensive homes are found, this much loved home by the same family since 1946 is sure to please those who seek an opportunity where adding your sweat equity will add tremendously to the value of your new home in this amazing location. The setting is eye catching...the corner lot and beautiful yard add to the overall attractive curb appeal, where the maintenance free siding, replacement windows, solid front stairs, and a beautiful patio enhanced by privacy fencing create the scene of what's to come inside...more character and charm. As soon as you enter the vestibule, you will notice the large living room adorned with a bounty of sun-splashed windows, HW floors, a mantled fireplace, a pretty staircase, and stunning built-ins. From there, you will find one of three bedrooms, that would also serve as a superb home office, a most inviting dining room, complete with a corner hutch, and a kitchen offering an opportunity to come and make it your own...with access to the amazing patio area. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, each with a distinctive personality, and the full bath. Fresh cosmetics will go a LONG WAY here, while additional updates could go on the back burner, or on your immediate "to do" list. You can NEVER change WHERE a house is, but can change with ease WHAT it is. This canvas awaits your finishing artistic touches. Don't delay...this happens about once every 80 years!

Property Details

Amenities

  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X8
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Exterior Access, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 9'7"X10
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Chair Rail, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 8'11"X15'7"
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11X11
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13X11
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Double, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21'7"X13'7"
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Vestibule, Window(s) - Picture
  • Laundry Room Features: Concrete Floor, Dirt Floor, Full, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Unfinished Basement

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, Circuit Breakers
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Electric Dryer, for Electric Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 3

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 1228
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1941
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Concrete Block, Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Corner, Level
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Patio
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73575390
  • Last Updated: 09/15/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Contract for Deed

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Seller's Representative: Rick Nazzaro, Colonial Manor Realty
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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