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Listing broker remarks

CLASSIC CAPE STYLE CHARM, meets modern functionality in this BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED WEST SIDE home offering generous living spaces and exceptional POTENTIAL FOR FUTURE EXPANSION, IDEAL COMMUTER LOCATION! At the heart of the home is AN UPDATED WHITE KITCHEN W/ISLAND, GRANITE Counters, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, w/abundant workspace and a seamless connection to the surrounding living areas—MOVE IN READY! ideal for both everyday living & entertaining DESIGNED for today’s lifestyle, the home also features a convenient mudroom, attached garage, NEW COMPOSITE DECK, 2 FULL BATHS and impressively sized bedrooms offering comfort, versatility and ample storage. Outside is a sprinkler system and play area. The expansive walk-out lower level presents an incredible opportunity to create additional finished living space tailored to your needs. With its generous footprint and direct outdoor access, the possibilities are plentiful—family room, home office, gym, recreation space or guest accommodation's positioned near schools, commuter routes and area amenities, this property offers the perfect combination of classic New England character, a desirable open layout and remarkable room to grow. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a MOVE-IN-READY home today while taking advantage of its significant future potential. Enjoy all of the shops and restaurants that Reading has to offer, only 11 miles to BOSTON!— Classified Realty Group

Key details

  • 1,640 sq ft
  • 10,184 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1957 built
  • $511 / sq ft
  • $8,280 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠3⁠8⁠8⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
51 HOPKINS STREET
Town
Reading, MA
ZIP
01867
Deed (Bk/Pg)
76693 / 464

Historic designations

National Register
Walnut Street School

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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.