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Reading Woods in Reading, MA

Reading Woods is a senior community in Reading, MA.

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55 Jacob Way, Reading, MA 01867

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4.5 from 67 reviews
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Overall Review of Reading Woods

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness stands out

Residents consistently describe the office and management as responsive and helpful.

Many reviews emphasize how easy it is to get help, with staff members described as attentive, kind, and quick to follow up. Several residents credit specific people in the leasing office for answering questions, handling issues, and keeping communication clear during the move-in process. Reviews also mention that staff take care of resident needs without making it feel difficult or confrontational.

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Maintenance is prompt and thorough

Maintenance requests are described as handled quickly once residents report them.

A recurring theme is fast maintenance follow-through, with multiple residents saying problems get resolved within a day or promptly. Reviews also point to trustworthy upkeep, including responsiveness for apartment issues and property-related maintenance. Even residents who mentioned small drawbacks still describe the maintenance team as strong.

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Clean, well-kept grounds

Residents frequently describe the property as clean and well maintained.

Residents repeatedly mention that the community looks maintained and feels organized, from day-to-day appearance to the way apartments are kept. Reviews describe clean common areas and generally good condition overall, including comments that the community feels thoughtfully managed. A few reviews also flag minor wear-related issues, but they still describe the place as kept up.

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Amenities fit everyday life

Residents point to amenities like the gym and pool as key benefits.

Several reviews call out the gym, pool, clubhouse, and outdoor spaces as reasons they enjoy living here. Others mention apartment-level comforts tied to the unit itself, like spacious layouts and plenty of light, plus storage. Some residents also note limitations around pool-area access after the season ends or when grills are unavailable.

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Secure package handling helps

Package delivery support and secure storage reduce residents’ concerns.

More than one resident describes the community as good at handling deliveries, including package lockers and staff support to keep overflow organized. Reviews say they rarely worry about lost packages because delivery coordination is proactive. One resident specifically contrasts this with past apartment experiences where packages were problematic.

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Price is the main drawback

Reviews frequently note the rent and added charges can feel too high.

Cost comes up as a recurring concern, with residents saying the community is overpriced and that rental increases can be steep over time. Multiple reviews also mention extra monthly charges tied to utilities such as water and sewer, and in at least one case describe bill amounts as a major factor. While several residents say the service and amenities make it worth it, negative reviews still focus on affordability as the central issue.

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Location works for commuting

Residents like the convenient location for shopping and commuting access.

Reviews commonly describe the area as convenient, citing proximity to major roads and easy access to transit and nearby destinations. Residents also mention being close to shopping, dining, and other everyday conveniences. A few caveats in the reviews relate to how close the property is to highways, including dust and noise impacts for some.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)

Amenities

  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (11 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (11 miles away)

Care Services

  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Nearby Places of Interest

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Pressed Cafe (5.5 miles)
  • Perfecto's Caffe (7.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.5 miles)
  • Perfecto's Caffe (7.7 miles)
  • Cafe Rustica (8.2 miles)
  • Forge Baking Company (8.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Speciality (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.7 miles)

Parks

  • Middlesex Fells Reservation (1.6 miles)
  • Sheepfold, Middlesex Fells Reservation (3.5 miles)
  • Melrose Common (4.3 miles)
  • Mary Cummings Park (5 miles)
  • John M. Devir Park (6 miles)
  • Rindge Park (6.7 miles)
  • Tufts Park (7.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • The Brickyard (2.8 miles)
  • Liberty Bell Roast Beef and Seafood (3.6 miles)
  • Soc's Icecream (4.1 miles)
  • Kelly's Roast Beef (4.6 miles)
  • Hooters (4.9 miles)

Physicians

  • North Suburban Orthopedic Associates (3.8 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (4.3 miles)
  • Lahey Clinic Ophthalmology (5.1 miles)
  • Laser Gentle Medical Spa (5.9 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (7.4 miles)
  • Fresenius Medical Care (7.8 miles)
  • Microsurgical Eye Consultants (8 miles)

Transportation

  • Ballardvale Mbta Station (4.5 miles)
  • Wellington Station (7.3 miles)
  • MBTA Davis Square Station (7.5 miles)
  • Assembly Station (7.9 miles)
  • Porter Square MBTA Station (8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lahey Clinic (5.2 miles)
  • Childrens Hospital Peabody (8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Burlington Cinema 1 (5.9 miles)
  • AMC Assembly Row 12 (7.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Agnes Parish-Arlington (6.5 miles)
  • Danvers Church Of The Nazarene (8.1 miles)

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