• $739,000List Price
  • 3Bedrooms
  • 1Bathrooms
  • 0.21Acreage
  • 1920Year Built
  • 1,342Square Feet

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, cafs, 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!

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms3
  • Mls StatusUnder Agreement
  • Bathroom1
  • Contingency Inspection
  • Parcel Number M:020.000000143.0,733638

Location

  • Address79 Hancock Street
  • Building Number79
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetHancock Street
  • TownReading
  • Zip01867

Property

  • Acreage0.21

Interior

  • Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features Home Office

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,342
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,342
  • Lot Size Square Feet 8,991
  • Lot Size Units Acres

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $754,000
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$8,264

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 1
  • Bedroom 2 Second,11.666666666 x 10.25
  • Bedroom 3 Second,10.416666666 x 8.166666666
  • Dining Room First,13.416666666 x 10.25
  • Full Bath1
  • Kitchen First,20.583333333 x 10.416666666
  • Living Room First,13.583333333 x 12.916666666
  • Master Bedroom Second,12.833333333
  • Office Second,8.75 x 6.916666666

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage

Utilities

  • Cooling Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Natural Gas
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Conservation Area
    • Highway Access
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedGas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave

Parking

  • Parking Spaces4
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Paved Drive, Paved

Basic Information

  • List Price$739,000
  • MLS Number73506216
  • Modification Date08/11/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • PurchaseContractDate07/27/2026
  • Virtual TourView Tour

Building

  • BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationStone
  • Patio And Porch Features Porch, Patio
  • Property StyleColonial
  • Rooms7
  • Utilities For Gas Oven
  • Year Built1920
  • Year Built Details Actual
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Other

  • Date Listed04/23/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by Richard Pignone of Pignone Realty Group LLC

Reading, MA Demographics

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Reading, MA Real Estate Market Data

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Reading, MA Schools

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