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$799,900
11 Days On Site

17 Elm St
North Reading, MA 01864

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,801
SqFt
$210
/SqFt
1740
Built
County:
Middlesex

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Steeped in history and overflowing with character, this extraordinary 1740 Saltbox offers a rare opportunity to restore one of North Reading's timeless treasures. Rich in original architectural details, the home showcases wide pine floors, grand period fireplaces, paneled walls, custom built-ins, and the craftsmanship that defines early New England homes. Featuring five bedrooms and zoned as a two-family residence, the flexible layout presents endless possibilities for restoration, multi-generational living, investment, or creating a truly one-of-a-kind estate. Set on a lush lot with mature gardens, sprawling green space, and classic stone walls, the property offers a picturesque setting just moments from downtown North Reading with convenient access to Route 62 and Route 128. Ample off-street parking for up to 10 vehicles completes this remarkable offering. Bring your vision and breathe new life into a piece of North Reading history.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$799,900
Days On Site 
11 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,801 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.97 Acres
Year Built 
1740
MLS® Number 
73557164
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$10,264
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.97
Foundation 
Stone
Parking 
Off Street
Parking Spaces 
10
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Private Sewer
SqFt Above 
3801
SqFt Total 
3801
Style 
Saltbox
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RA
Interior Features
Basement 
PartialCrawl SpaceInterior Entry
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
6
Flooring 
Wood
Heating 
BaseboardOil
Bathroom 1 
Dimensions - 10.5x12Level - SecondArea - 126
Bathroom 2 
Dimensions - 9x11Level - FirstArea - 99
Bathroom 3 
Dimensions - 9x6Level - FirstArea - 54
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 16.5x15.5Level - SecondArea - 255
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 16x14Level - SecondArea - 224
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12.5x13.5Level - SecondArea - 168
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 10x10Level - SecondArea - 100
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 14x16Level - FirstArea - 224
Family Room 
Dimensions - 18x13Level - FirstArea - 234
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 14.5x10Level - FirstArea - 145
Living Room 
Dimensions - 13x16Level - FirstArea - 208
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14x15.5Level - SecondArea - 217
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
Cleared
Roof 
Shingle
View 
Scenic
Waterview 
Scenic
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkGolf
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Batchelder
Middle School
North Reading
High School
North Reading
Listing courtesy of Kevin Fruh of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty



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