Under Agreement

17 Elm St, North Reading, MA

North Reading · MA 01864

$749,900
Price
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3801
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1740
Lot size: 0.97 Acre Lot
Price per square foot: $197 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

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.

Neighborhood & Transit

17 Elm St, North Reading · MA 01864

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
97 days
Listing Price:
$749,900
Price per Sq.Ft:
$197
Tax Assessment:
$785,900 in 2025
Taxes:
$855 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,801 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
all meaasurements are approximate & for marketing purposes only - digitally staged photos
Kitchen
Main Floor
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
16
Above grade area
3801
Flooring
Wood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Individual
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
Private Sewerage
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Lot Size
42,253 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Cleared, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Garden Area

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room dimensions
13X16
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
14X16
Family room level
First Floor
Family room dimensions
18X13
Kitchen dimensions
14.5X10
Primary bedroom dimensions
14X15.5
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
16.5X15.5
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
16X14
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 dimensions
12.5X13.5
Bedroom 5 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 5 dimensions
10X10
Bathroom 1 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 dimensions
10.5X12
Bathroom 2 level
First Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
9X11
Bathroom 3 level
First Floor
Bathroom 3 dimensions
9X6

Listing information

Listing agent
Kevin Fruh
Listing office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS PIN #
73557164
Disclosure
all meaasurements are approximate & for marketing purposes only - digitally staged photos