The Richard Nichols Farmstead, a rare example of early architecture, is an iconic property located on 1.3 acres of land. Located close to public transportation & schools, it abuts a private golf course with sweeping views unlike any other. This spacious & comfortable home features historic charm with modern day conveniences in an unparalleled blend of the old & new. Offering a living room, dining room/sitting area, eat in kitchen, family room, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths plus office spaces on both the first & second floors. With 4 working fireplaces & a wood stove, unique wide plank floors, a two car detached garage, a lower & upper field, deck, stonewalls, granite steps, flagstone walk & perennial gardens, this property provides a spacious & peaceful retreat. Additionally, a two story 'Beverly Jog" a historic Massachusetts building feature, a Chipseal primary driveway, a new wood shingle roof, a walk out lower level and a walk up unfinished attic. This property is a rare find.
Sold for $1,540,000
$1,540,000
483 Franklin St, Reading, MA 01867
4beds
4,339sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1731
1.31 Acres Lot
$1,632,200 Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$7,782 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,632,200
$1.49M - $1.80M
$7,782/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 18, 2025 at 12:11pm
Listed by:
Sumi Sinnatamby 781-249-7889,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 781-942-2199
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73371871
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 17 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 18 x 20
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 261.33
- Dimensions: 16.33 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
- Area: 440
- Dimensions: 20 x 22
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 277.5
- Dimensions: 15.42 x 18
Office
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Exterior Access, In Basement
Features
- Closet, Office, Study, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,339
- Total interior livable area: 4,339 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,339
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1.31 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 737280
- Zoning: S20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1731
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Reading
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Sold | $1,540,000+0.1%$355/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73371871 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,539,000+98.6%$355/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73371871 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2005 | Sold | $775,000+222.9%$179/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/1996 | Sold | $240,000$55/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,506 +0.2% | $1,273,600 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $14,478 +6.7% | $1,235,300 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $13,563 +5.2% | $1,077,300 +11.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01867
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Wood End Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Arthur W Coolidge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Reading Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: School Dept
- Middle: Coolidge
- High: Rmhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Reading
- 01867
- 483 Franklin St