For sale

$1,385,000

168 Summer Ave, Reading, MA 01867

4beds

2,260sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1966

0.47 Acres Lot

$1,390,700 Zestimate^®

$613/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Modern fireplaceIn ground poolInduction oven

Rare opportunity in historic Reading neighborhood, this home checks all of the boxes! Relax in the inviting living room with custom built media wall and modern fireplace. Spacious kitchen with updated appliances, including induction oven. Retreat to the primary suite with renovated ensuite with luxurious tiled shower and glass door. Large family room just steps away from main living area is perfect for movies, games, workouts or office. Lower level bedroom with an abundance of light overlooking the expansive backyard, ideal for guests with its own bath. Heated garage with separate bays lead to custom designed mudroom space and laundry, a perfect transition area. Warmer weather is coming and just in time for you to take advantage of this backyard oasis, with patio, pergola with retractable sun shade, in ground pool, and deck. Major updates throughout include roof and AC (both 2025). All of this in fantastic Reading location, close to downtown, commuter rail, Barrows and Parker.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Level: First

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: Second

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: Second

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: First

Dining room

Level: Second

Family room

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: Second

Living room

Level: Second

Heating

Forced Air, Oil, Active Solar, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)

Cooling

Central Air, Active Solar, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Bathroom - Half, Sun Room, Mud Room, Bathroom
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Has basement: No
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,260
Total interior livable area: 2,260 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,373
Finished area below ground: 887

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 8
Parking features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Attached garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Covered
Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: In Ground
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.47 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 733127
Zoning: RA

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Split Entry
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1966

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Green energy

Energy generation: Solar

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Reading

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $613/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,064,100
Annual tax amount: $12,120
Date on market: 4/8/2026
Exclusions: Sellers To Take Propane Fire Table, Not Built In Stone Fire Pit.

Estimated market value

$1,390,700

$1.32M - $1.46M

$6,653/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/8/2026	Listed for sale	$1,385,000+113.1%$613/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73498458 Report a problem
12/18/2015	Sold	$649,900$288/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/14/2015	Listed for sale	$649,900+12.1%$288/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #71918899 Report a problem
11/28/2001	Sold	$580,000$257/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$12,120 +1.1%	$1,064,100 +4.1%
2024	$11,983 +3.2%	$1,022,400 +10.8%
2023	$11,617 +3.8%	$922,700 +9.9%
2022	$11,191 +2.3%	$839,500 +6%
2021	$10,940 +4%	$792,200 +5%
2020	$10,521 +2.9%	$754,200 +4.9%
2019	$10,229 +8.7%	$718,800 +6%
2018	$9,409 +4.7%	$678,400 +5.9%
2017	$8,986 -8.1%	$640,500 -5%
2016	$9,773 +7.9%	$674,000 +9.4%
2015	$9,058 +0.7%	$616,200 +1%
2014	$8,994 +0.9%	$610,200 +2.2%
2013	$8,916 +2.8%	$596,800 -2.6%
2012	$8,670 +2.5%	$612,700 0%
2011	$8,458 +13.5%	$612,900 +13.1%
2010	$7,454 +5.4%	$542,100 +1.2%
2009	$7,075 +2%	$535,600 -2.7%
2008	$6,939 -1.2%	$550,700 -5.3%
2007	$7,022 +1.8%	$581,800 +1.9%
2006	$6,896 +2.5%	$570,900 +6.6%
2005	$6,730 +9.7%	$535,400 +6.7%
2004	$6,137 +16.7%	$501,800 +9.6%
2003	$5,261 +1.9%	$457,900 +19.8%
2001	$5,162 +1.5%	$382,100 +11.1%
2000	$5,086 +5.4%	$343,900 +14.9%
1999	$4,826	$299,200