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Location and community keep people coming to Reading
The town of Reading is popular for its proximity to Boston and a wide variety of amenities. Community initiatives have enlivened downtown, while the farther reaches of Reading offer large green spaces that frequently host concerts and sporting events for adult and youth leagues. “Reading is the kind of place that you can grow up in, then move away for school or work, but you always end up moving back because it is that kind of community that you want to return to and share with your own family,” says Susan Gormady, a Realtor with Classified Realty Group who has lived in Reading since 2008.
Town Hall sits at the top of Main Street in Reading.
Welcome to Reading sign greets visitors entering the town.
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Historic Queen Annes and new condos in Reading
Houses in Reading span several sizes and time periods. Gormady says the town has “some of the most gorgeous 1920s homes.” Many estates are listed on the Woburn Street Historic District, which hugs its eponymous road. This affluent area is notable for its colorful Colonial Revival and Queen Anne builds, which date from the end of the 1800s through the early 1900s. Ranch-style and raised ranch-style homes sit closer to the town’s edges, accompanied by midcentury Colonial Revivals and the occasional 21st-century New Traditional. The median home price in Reading hovers around $775,000, almost double the national median of $410,000. In addition to single-family homes, buyers can also choose from townhouses and condos, some of which are in 55+ communities. Homes remain on the market for an average of 19 days, compared to the national average of 45 days.
Older homes still occupy space in the heart of Reading.
Rows of bright color architecture are seen on the streets of Reading.
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Community initiatives help downtown Reading
Local restaurants adorn Main Street, running from the Town Common down to the railroad tracks. Most serve American fare, though a few offer Japanese and Italian dishes. A group comprised of local businesses and residents is working on designating downtown as a business improvement district, or BID, where property owners pool funds together to create projects and programs to benefit Reading. In the past, the city has launched successful initiatives, including constructing Haven Street Pocket Park and installing bistro tables outside of local restaurants. Shopping centers lie east of downtown along Walkers Brook Drive. Jordan’s Furniture Reading puts a fun spin on shopping, offering an IMAX theater and a rope course called It at Beantown. Many Reading locals are employed in the health and manufacturing sectors, and others commute to Boston.
Don't forget to stop by a cocktail at Veneian Moon in Reading.
Fun character glasses are a staple at Public Kitchen in Reading.
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Ice skating at Memorial Park, dog walking at Reading Town Forest
The Reading Recreation Division manages about a dozen parks, fields and sports complexes. Located near the center of Reading, Memorial Park offers tennis and basketball courts along with a playset. “In the winter, they flood and freeze the park for ice skating,” Gormady says. “Reading is a big hockey town.” Memorial Park is the location of the free Kids Summer Concert Series which runs on Wednesdays from July through August. For indoor activities, residents can participate in programs at the Burbank YMCA from youth and teen development to aquatics lessons. The facility also features a gym, computer lab and roller-skating rink.
Large green spaces buttress the city to the north, including Reading Town Forest, which Gormady says is “great for walking and hiking, as well as a huge dog walking spot. I don’t have any dogs yet, but if I did, that is where I would take them.” The members-only Meadow Brook Golf Club offers 9 challenging holes, plus a 6-lane pool and a clubhouse with dining services.
You'll enjoy taking the dog for a walk in Reading's Washington Park.
Reading friends meet up to skate at the Burbank Ice Arena in Reading.
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The Haverhill line and highways take commuters to Boston
Reading is a mix of suburban and urban, with Gormady noting that residents on the west side can walk downtown while people on the north side prefer driving. Downtown Boston is 14 miles down Interstate 93. This expressway runs perpendicular to Interstate 95, which forms a partial beltway around Boston. Alternatively, commuters can hop on the Massachusetts Bay Area Transportation Authority’s Haverhill line from the Reading commuter rail station all the way to downtown’s North station. Boston Logan International Airport lies 15 miles south, while Reading Medical Center, a clinic managed by Tufts Medicine, sits on the east side of town.
A musical Porchfest and the Reading Fall Street Faire
Porches become stages, and front lawns become amphitheaters during Porchfest, a city-wide music event that invites local and regional acts to perform for a day in June. Each early September, the Reading Fall Street Faire provides a full day’s worth of fun, from vendors and car shows to a pie-eating contest and live music. Gormady also highlights the annual Tree Lighting at the beginning of Christmas and the Downtown Trick or Treat, where costumed kids can get candy and goodies from local businesses.
Beautiful weathervanes grace the skyline of Reading.
Stroll down Main Street and stop by the Children's Shop in Reading.
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Reading Public Schools is highly rated
Nearly 4,000 students attend Reading Public Schools, a district which earns an A-minus on Niche. A-rated Reading Memorial High offers Innovation Career Pathways in manufacturing and computer science, where students visit work sites and meet with individuals from industry partners.
Walter S. Parker Middle School is one of 2 Middle schools located in Reading.
Cheer on the home team at Reading High School.
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Crime and climate in Reading
According to FBI crime statistics, violent crimes increased by 75% between 2022 and 2023, while property crimes decreased by 17% over the same period. Both violent and property crimes have been trending down since the mid-2000s. The Citizens Police Academy familiarizes residents with police proceedings and offers them a chance to participate in a ride-along. Reading experiences four seasons with warm summers, cold winters and high humidity year-round. Residents can expect an average of five feet of snow each year.
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On average, homes in Reading, MA sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Reading, MA over the last 12 months is $875,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
The Charles A. Damon House, Reading, MA Own a piece of Reading history: built in 1899, individually eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, and steps from everything downtown Reading has to offer. A grand staircase and elegant front hall with high ceilings set the tone at the entry. Inside, 10-foot ceilings, crown moldings, hardwood floors, and original cast iron radiators carry
Welcome to 118 Eaton Street, an exceptional 2022-build, 2,631-square-foot townhome offering sophisticated design, generous living space, and an outstanding Reading location. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a private top-floor primary suite, dedicated home office, and 2-car tandem garage, this nearly new residence combines the space and amenities of a single-family home with the ease of townhome
This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home transforms entertaining into an art form. The chef's kitchen steals the show with gleaming stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, soft-close drawers, and a generous peninsula that flows seamlessly into the dining room. A pot filler faucet puts gourmet cooking within reach. The fireplaced living room anchors the main
The Charles A. Damon House, Reading, MA Own a piece of Reading history: built in 1899, individually eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, and steps from everything downtown Reading has to offer. A grand staircase and elegant front hall with high ceilings set the tone at the entry. Inside, 10-foot ceilings, crown moldings, hardwood floors, and original cast iron radiators carry
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