78 Cross Street, Reading, MA 01867
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78 Cross Street,Reading, MA 01867
$999,900
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,081 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Sun, Oct 1812:00 pm - 02:00 pm
Listed by: chrisanne connolly, mary ann quinn group
Office: wilson wolfe real estate
MLS#:73590410
Source:MLSPIN
Price summary
- Price:$999,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$480.49
About this home
Turn the key and fall in love with this long-loved home, where no detail has been overlooked. At the heart of the home is a light-filled kitchen with an adjacent scullery and mudroom, and a large island that opens to a welcoming dining room. The main living area offers a cozy, fireplaced living room that flows into a spacious family room, both full of custom details and character. Sliders lead to a dream garden with outdoor “rooms” perfect for relaxing and entertaining.Upstairs, you’ll find three inviting bedrooms and two full baths, including a light-filled primary en-suite with custom carpentry, a skylight for stargazing, and a beautiful tiled bath with a walk-in glass shower. Six closets, built-in drawers, accessible eaves storage, and a second washer/dryer hookup add plenty of storage and convenience.The lower level is practical and utilitarian, with a workshop area, custom storage shelving, laundry area, and a finished room offering flexibility for a variety of uses. Outside is every bit as special as the interior, with something to discover around every corner. Enjoy a pitch-and-putt, custom treehouse, quaint storage shed, garden cottage/creative studio, fire pit, deck, patio, irrigation, and a tucked-away pea gravel seating area. It's not just pretty, it’s sturdy, too! Harvey and Pella replacement windows and doors throughout, a brand-new 5-zone heating system, 2 zones of central air, a 35-year architectural roof, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, and newer plumbing. A home with this much charm, character, and thoughtful detail doesn’t come along every day. Come see for yourself — you may never want to leave! Option to purchase furnished....
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Home facts
- Year built:1935
- Listing ID #:73590410
- Updated:October 17, 2026 at 11:19 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:9
- Flooring:Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Dining Description:Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Exterior Access, Overhead
- Kitchen Description:Cabinets - Upgraded, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Exterior Access, Gas Stove, Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Overhead, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Sconce, Pantry, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Range Hood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Skylight, Stainless Steel Appliances, Storage, Wainscoting, Window(s) - Picture
- Basement Description:Bulkhead, Concrete, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
- Living area:2,081 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:2 Cooling Zones, Ductless
- Heating:Hot Water, Oil
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1935
- Building area:2,081 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.36 Acres
- Lot Features:Wooded
- Architectural Style:Cape
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Deck - Wood, Decorative Lighting, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall, Storage
- Foundation Description:Block, Concrete Perimeter
Schools
- High school:Rmhs
- Middle school:Coolidge
- Elementary school:Birch Meadow
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$999,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$480.49
- Tax amount:$8,521 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Range, Range Hood, Wine Cooler
- Laundry features:Dryer Hookup - Electric, Electric Dryer Hookup, Second Floor, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting
Parking
- Total parking spaces:8
- Parking description:Driveway, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive, Tandem
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