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$798,803$362 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $63,000 on Apr 11, 1991

5 RAILROAD AVE

NORTH READING, MA 01864
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,208 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.
0.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$799K
$709K low$888K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,000 · Apr 11, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,879 (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.$756,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$398,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$357,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$724,200

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.189 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Cape Cod
CountyMiddlesex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.84
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
L.D. Batchelder Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
North Reading High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
North Reading Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: North Reading School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01864These 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.38
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.15,861
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,181 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$140,298
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$192,654
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

5 Railroad Ave 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in North Reading 01864
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 90% of homes in North Reading 01864

What homes are worth in North Reading 01864

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

This home
$308K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in North Reading 01864.

How it measures up in North Reading 01864

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Reading 01864.

Estimated value$798,803
CheaperTypical $783,358Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $435Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,208 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 5 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Reading 01864Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$798,80352% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36216% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,208 ft²64% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.84 ac53% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than194110% of homes37% of homes

About 5 Railroad Ave

How much is 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA is $798,803 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $709,301 to $888,305. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA last sell?

5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA last sold on Apr 11, 1991 for $63,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA?

5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,208 square feet of living space and a 0.84-acre lot.

When was 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA built?

5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA?

5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA is assigned to L.D. Batchelder Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; North Reading High School (high), rated A; North Reading Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in North Reading School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA compare to other homes in North Reading 01864?

Among the 5,464 homes in North Reading 01864, it is worth more than 52% of them ($798,803 against a typical $783,358), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($362 against a typical $435), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,208 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.84 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1941 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 52% 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 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Railroad Ave, North Reading, MA was $9,879. The county assessed it at $756,400.

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