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16 Shirley Ave

North Reading, MA 01864

4 beds
3 baths
2,700 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$332 per sqft
1900 build
– on site

Rare opportunity to own two separate dwellings on a single parcel situated between Rt 62 and Rt 28 in North Reading. This unique property offers flexibility for multi-generational living, investment, or potential rental income. The main home, known as 16 Shirley, features a classic layout with three bedrooms (formerly four), one and a half bathrooms, and generous living space throughout. The first floor includes a mudroom entry, a spacious kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry area, and a half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The second building, known as 1 Beech Rd, is a cottage-style home with an open kitchen and living area, one bedroom, an office, and a full bathroom w/in-unit laundry, perfect for extended family or guests. A detached one-car garage sits at the end of the property. Will not qualify for FHA financing. Access for showings is limited, and all disclosures should be reviewed in advance. The sale is subject to U.S. Bankruptcy Court approval.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Vision Realty Group / LAER Realty Partners

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 14, 2025 •

MLS# 73357305 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Details:

Unknown/Mixed
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Building Area Total:

2700
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Other

Interior

Rooms Total:

7
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2700
Living Area Source:

Other

Location

Directions:

Lowell Road (62) to Shirley Ave OR Main Street (28) to Patley Rd to Shirley Ave
Latitude:

42.584993
Longitude:

-71.116357

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:014.0 B:0000 L:0071.0,717226
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Wooded
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.48
Lot Size SqFt:

20909
Lot Size Acres:

0.48
Zoning:

RB
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Annual Amount:

8695
Tax Assessed Value:

665800

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

2.5
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Sewer:

Inspection Required for Sale
Water Source:

Public

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

1
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

6
Parking Features:

Detached
Covered Spaces:

1
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$899,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,813
Taxes	$724
Insurance	$247
Utilities	$327 See report
Total	$6,111/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/9/25 Apr 9, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$899,000

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This house located in North Reading, MA 01864 is currently for sale for $899,000. 16 Shirley Ave is a 2,700 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 7 days. This house is in the attendance area of J. Turner Hood School, North Reading Middle School, and North Reading High School.

Listing Courtesy of: MLSPIN and LAER Realty Partners.

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