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$743,439$498 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $685,000 on Nov 23, 2022

1498 MAIN ST

READING, MA 01867
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,493 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$743K
$723K low$764K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$685,000 · Nov 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,326 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$643,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$290,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$352,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$748,790

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.63 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyMIDDLESEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2022
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Wood End Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Arthur W. Coolidge Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Reading Memorial High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Reading School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01867These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.29
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.81

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,631
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,546 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,651
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$169,912
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

1498 Main St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 76% of homes in Reading 01867
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Reading 01867
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Reading 01867

What homes are worth in Reading 01867

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$384K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Reading 01867.

How it measures up in Reading 01867

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reading 01867.

Estimated value$743,439
CheaperTypical $886,474Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$498
CheaperTypical $470Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,493 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,938 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 1498 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReading 01867Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$743,43924% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49864% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,493 ft²26% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac67% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than195038% of homes42% of homes

About 1498 Main St

How much is 1498 Main St, Reading, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1498 Main St, Reading, MA is $743,439 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $723,211 to $763,668. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1498 Main St, Reading, MA last sell?

1498 Main St, Reading, MA last sold on Nov 23, 2022 for $685,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1498 Main St, Reading, MA?

1498 Main St, Reading, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,493 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 1498 Main St, Reading, MA built?

1498 Main St, Reading, MA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1498 Main St, Reading, MA?

1498 Main St, Reading, MA is assigned to Wood End Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School (middle), rated A-; Reading Memorial High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Reading School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1498 Main St, Reading, MA compare to other homes in Reading 01867?

Among the 8,629 homes in Reading 01867, it is worth more than 24% of them ($743,439 against a typical $886,474), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($498 against a typical $470), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,493 ft² against a typical 1,938 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1950 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 45% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1498 Main St, Reading, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1498 Main St, Reading, MA was $7,326. The county assessed it at $643,200.

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