
36 Grove Street Reading — Photo 1 of 38
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
SqFt
2,858
Style
Single Family
Built
1990
This 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH COLONIAL is so much more! MORE SPACE, MORE ROOMS, MORE YARD. The FORMAL LIVING ROOM features a wood burning FIREPLACE and stunning HARDWOOD FLOORS. The kitchen has a LARGE CENTER ISLAND with seating that opens into a perfect DINING SPACE. Off the kitchen is the FIRST FLOOR FAMILY ROOM with VAULTED CEILINGS, a GAS FIREPLACE, a GENEROUS PANTRY and a separate entrance with a MUDROOM. The FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM has its OWN ENTRANCE off the deck and is adjacent to a HALF BATH. The backyard is PRIVATE and FENCED-IN with MATURE LANDSCAPING, a STORAGE SHED, IRRIGATION and a raised VEGETABLE/FLOWER GARDEN. The second floor has 3 LARGE BEDROOMS and a FAMILY FULL BATH. The PRIMARY SUITE has amazing space, a WALK-IN CLOSET and PRIVATE BATH. The lower level has ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES with 3 finished spaces currently being used as a HOME OFFICE, REC ROOM and PLAY AREA. Located Minutes to MAJOR HIGHWAYS, COMMUTER RAIL, DOWNTOWN, SCHOOLS, LIBRARY and ALL THE BEST READING has to offer!
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 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
Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Golf • Highway Access
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First21 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl First14 x 9
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Kitchen
Lvl First14 x 14
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Kitchen Island
Office
Lvl Basement13 x 11
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Family Room
Lvl First20 x 15
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second16 x 14
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second18 x 12
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second14 x 11
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom 4
Lvl First13 x 11
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom 1
Lvl First8 x 6
Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second8 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second8 x 7
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
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
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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 2,858 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 18,086 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: Margaret O'Sullivan
Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS® Number: 73578005
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