Sold: Jul 30, 2026 - Golf Course
Address
249 Forest St # A, Reading, MA
Price
$ 1,950
Property Attributes
- MLS#73546852
- TypeRentals
- Listing Status Rented
- CountyMIDDLESEX
- CityReading
- Zip01867
- StyleApartment
- Year Built1825
- Price$ 1,950
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage600
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Fantastic Philadelphia-style two-story residence in wing of a beautifully restored historic home complemented by tiered gardens and lush foliage. Located conveniently between Route 28/Main St and Routes 129 + 93, it features a comfortable living room, galley kitchen, sparkling 3/4 bathroom, and 2nd floor primary bedroom, and 2nd room for a home office and/or walk-in closet. Rent fee includes heat, water/sewer, hot water, electric, trash pick-up, yard maintenance and snow removal. Sunlight flows in through triple-wide living room windows overlooking private backyard and colorful perennial gardens. Entry to unit via side porch offers outdoor seating plus off-street parking for up to two vehicles, short walks to Birch Meadow recreation area and Burbank YMCA. If you're looking for easy access to major highways or a short drive to commuter rail and bus stop in downtown area, this is the one for you! NO Smoking - all forms! Available for 8/31-possibly sooner -after painting is completed.
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General Features
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
|---|---|
| Year Built | 1825 |
| Unit Number | A |
| Appliances | Range,Refrigerator |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 18100 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Availability Date | 2026-08-31 |
| Parcel Number | 736247 |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Second |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| County | Middlesex |
| Close Price | 1950 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Golf,Medical Facility,Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Private School,Public School,T-Station |
| Property Type | Residential Lease |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled |
| Total Rooms | 4 |
| Certified Treated | Unknown |
| Standard Status | Closed |
| Rent Includes | Heat,Hot Water,Electricity,Water,Sewer,Trash Collection,Snow Removal,Extra Storage,Garden Area,Air Conditioning |
| Disclosures | Interior photos from prior rental. One-Two window A/Cs available. Storage space w/ approval. Rent based on 2 - each add'l is $25/month for utilities. |
| City | Reading |
| Current Financing | Cash |
| Status | Rented |
| Possession | Poss Sooner |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Heating | Oil |
| Year Built Details | Actual,Renovated Since |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Directions | Main St/ rte 28 to Forest or Rte 129/ Lowell St to Grove St- at lights and right on Forest,GPS |
| Ok to Lease | Lease Terms(Lease),Term of Rental(12) |
| HOA | No |
| Property Attached Y/N | Yes |
Interior Features
| Primary Bedroom Features | Closet,Flooring - Wood,Remodeled |
|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom Width | 12 |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 600 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 168 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 7 |
| Kitchen Level | First |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Window Features | Screens |
| Primary on Main | 84 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Bedroom 2 Features | Flooring - Wood,Remodeled |
| Kitchen Length | 8 |
| Interior Amenities | Closet,Living/Dining Rm Combo,Internet Available - Unknown |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 14 |
| Kitchen Area | 56 |
| Bathroom 1 Level | Main,First |
| Second Bedroom Length | 12 |
| Kitchen Width | 7 |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| LivingAreaSource | Unit Floor Plan |
| Second Bedroom Level | Second |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Porch,Rain Gutters,Screens,Garden |
|---|---|
| Building Area Total | 600 |
| Spa | No |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Pets
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Rentals Average in 01867
Price
Year Built
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