79 Hancock St, Reading, MA 01867

$739,000
3
BD
1
BA
1,342
SqFt

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Richard Pignone from Listing Office: Pignone Realty Group LLC.

List Price
$739,000
Status
CONTINGENT
Days on Market
104
Price Change
▼ $10,000 1783466580
MLS#
73506216
Subtype
Residential
Style
Colonial
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Living Area
1,342
Lot Size
8,991
Acres
0.21

Property Description

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a single-family home in Reading with its award-winning school system for the price of many local condos! Welcome to 79 Hancock Street, a charming move-in ready Colonial offering the perfect combination of affordability, location, and lifestyle. Features include beautiful hardwood floors, a spacious eat-in kitchen with abundant cabinetry and countertop space, and a flexible floor plan with a dedicated home office ideal for today's work-from-home lifestyle. Enjoy the ease of first-floor living with comfortable, functional spaces designed to accommodate a variety of needs. Relax on the inviting farmer's porch or enjoy the privacy of the backyard, perfect for entertaining, gardening, family gatherings, or simply unwinding after a long day. Nestled on a quiet dead-end street just steps from the Mailett Woods Conservation Area and the Theilen Memorial Bird Sanctuary, you'll enjoy scenic walking trails, nature, and outdoor recreation right outside your door. Commuters will appreciate the short walk to the Reading MBTA commuter rail with direct service to Boston, along with quick access to Routes 93 and 128, making travel throughout Greater Boston convenient. Downtown Reading is just minutes away and offers outstanding restaurants, cafés, shopping, parks, local boutiques, the public library, and year-round community events. Reading continues to be one of the North Shore's most sought-after communities thanks to its highly rated public schools, vibrant downtown, and exceptional quality of life. Recent electrical upgrades provide added peace of mind, while the versatile layout makes this home an excellent choice for first-time homebuyers, downsizers, commuters, or anyone looking to own a single-family home without the expense of monthly condo fees. The private yard offers room for pets, outdoor dining, gardening, and future possibilities, while the quiet neighborhood provides a peaceful setting with convenient access to everything you need. Opportunities to purchase an affordable single-family home in Reading are becoming increasingly rare. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to simplify your lifestyle, or seeking a home in a desirable North Shore community with excellent schools and commuter access, 79 Hancock Street delivers exceptional value. Combining charm, convenience, commuter-friendly location, conservation land, and the benefits of homeownership, this is a property you won't want to miss!

Additional Information

Interior Features
Home Office
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage
Taxes
$8,264
Property Description
Colonial
Zoning
S15
Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Heating
Natural Gas
Air Conditioning
Window Unit(s)
Foundation
Stone
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Paved

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