45 Longview Rd Reading — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $121,000
$879,000
20% down, 6.5% rate, 30-year fixed
Includes taxes and insurance. Estimate only.
Listing updated Oct 24, 2026
45 Longview Rd, Reading, MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
SqFt
2,960
$/SqFt
$297
Style
Single Family
Built
1932
Bring your vision to 45 Longview Road in Reading. Offered with architectural and structural renovation plans and to be delivered fully gutted, this property presents an opportunity for contractors, investors, and buyers looking to create a home tailored to their needs. The existing home sits on an approximately 0.21-acre corner lot with off-street parking and a walkout lower level, offering possibilities for a comprehensive transformation. The included plans provide a starting point for the next owner’s renovation, with a proposed layout featuring generous living spaces, a primary suite, a home office, and additional finished lower-level space. Explore the proposed design or develop your own vision, subject to applicable approvals. This is a substantial renovation opportunity requiring construction. Buyers are responsible for their own due diligence regarding plans, permits, approvals, and intended use. Any proposed features describe future possibilities, not the property’s current condition.
Key facts
It was listed on October 18, 2026. The price has come down from an original $1,000,000 to $879,000, most recently on October 20, 2026. The annual property taxes are $9,207 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.21-acre (9,331 sq ft) lot. Its asking price works out to $297 per square foot, 42% below the median of $511 among 11 homes listed in Reading, MA.
How it compares
Against 11 homes listed in Reading, MA, by asking price.
- Price per sq ft
- $297 · 42% below the median ($511)
- Size
- 2,960 sq ft · 79% above the median (1,650 sq ft)
- Asking price
- $879,000 · 4% above the median ($849,000)
Compares asking prices of homes for sale now; it isn't an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 13 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Reading, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Geography
Property History
- Price Drop
$879,000
Was $1,000,000
Oct 20, 2026
MLS® 73592219
- Listed
$1,000,000
Oct 18, 2026
MLS® 73592219
Questions about this home
When was 45 Longview Rd, Reading listed?
45 Longview Rd, Reading was listed on October 18, 2026.
Has the price of 45 Longview Rd, Reading changed?
The price has come down from an original $1,000,000 to $879,000, most recently on October 20, 2026.
What are the property taxes for 45 Longview Rd, Reading?
The annual property taxes for 45 Longview Rd, Reading are $9,207 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 45 Longview Rd, Reading?
45 Longview Rd, Reading sits on a 0.21-acre (9,331 sq ft) lot.
How does the price per square foot of 45 Longview Rd, Reading compare with other homes in Reading, MA?
45 Longview Rd, Reading is listed at $297 per square foot, 42% below the median of $511 among 11 homes listed in Reading, MA.
What is the status of 45 Longview Rd, Reading?
45 Longview Rd, Reading is actively listed for sale.
Population
25,612
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$166K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
17.6%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,876 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+15% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,887 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Aug '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,960 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 9,331 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Jamie Venezia
Listing Office: Real Estate Pros Inc.
MLS® Number: 73592219
