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Listing broker remarks

This spacious, well-maintained home is designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertainment. Hardwood floors extend throughout much of the main level, while the inviting family room features a striking stone fireplace and views of the expansive backyard. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living areas, creating an ideal layout for gatherings both large and small. The home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, versatile lower-level living space, newer bath, and potential for an in-law or guest suite with modifications. An oversized 2-car garage, floored attic storage and generous closet space throughout, add to the ease of living. Outside, the property truly shines with a large patio, screened gazebo, inground pool, basketball net, fenced garden area, and 2 sheds, creating a backyard oasis for entertaining, recreation, and outdoor enjoyment. Lovingly maintained for 36 years, this warm and inviting home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and outdoor enjoyment— Leading Edge Real Estate

Key details

  • sold
  • 2,780 sq ft
  • 20,064 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1973 built
  • $383 / sq ft
  • $11,291 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠8⁠1⁠1⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
31 Rustic Ln
Town
Reading, MA
ZIP
01867
Sold for
$1,315,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
20132 / 579

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Neighborhood: Reading

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.