142 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
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OFF MARKET

142 Bancroft Ave
Reading, MA 01867

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,561 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$1,006,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,000/mo*
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$1,006,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,000/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,561 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1890
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Living Area
1,561 sqft
Price/Sqft
$645
Parking
4 Open Spaces

About this House

Amazing Birch Meadow location for this expanded Victorian home. Large family room addition with vaulted ceilings, built ins and bay window with window seat. Oak and maple hardwood floors. A full bath on each level. Insulated windows. Potential for 1st floor bedroom if needed. Potential to to convert mud room to home office. Natural gas for heating, hot water, cooking and dryer. New 200 amp circuit breaker electrical panel (2019). Large unfinished basement with shelving for storage. Large rear deck (26x15) overlooking expansive fenced back yard with storage shed. Perennial gardens will bloom this spring. Top location near commuter rail station, library, elementary, middle and high school, tennis courts, ballfields, playgrounds, YMCA with 2 indoor pools, childcare centers, town center shops, eateries and pubs.
142 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,561 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $800,000 on Mar 15, 2024 (7% above the $749,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,006,300, with a rent estimate of $4,157/month.

Home Details for 142 Bancroft Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1561 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, DishwasherDishwasherLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Flooring Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Screened, Deck - WoodFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone WallFoundation: Stone, Brick/MortarGarden
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 100.00

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial,Victorian
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:027.000000121.0, 735079

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Feb 10 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Reading
School Information
Elementary School: Birch Meadow*Jr High / Middle School: Coolidge*High School: Rmhs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1561 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s)Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73200426

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingPoolTennis Court(s)
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Joseph Bean, (781) 771-1079
Joe Bean Real Estate, (781) 771-1079
Bought with: Pauline Marino, (781) 248-9294, Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington, (781) 862-2600
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73200426

Price History for 142 Bancroft Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/15/2024$800,000Sold
MLS PIN #73200426
02/07/2024$749,900Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73200426

Market trends in Reading

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$915K
$40KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.4%
Price per sq ft
$489
$2MoM
Available listings
72
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,371
Assessment$822,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 142 Bancroft Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
71 Winthrop Ave, Reading, MA
0.20
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$820,000
08/21/25
3
2
1,448
64 Longfellow Rd, Reading, MA
0.20
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$965,500
05/15/26
3
1.5
1,776
14 Federal St, Reading, MA
0.27
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$960,000
05/28/26
3
2
1,765
195 Lowell St, Reading, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$855,000
11/19/25
4
1.5
1,691
877 Main St, Reading, MA
0.32
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$995,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,736
35 Longfellow Rd, Reading, MA
0.12
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$1,025,000
04/21/26
3
1.5
2,104
77 Mount Vernon St, Reading, MA
0.42
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$779,000
12/22/25
3
2
1,528
126 Hanscom Ave, Reading, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$965,000
06/11/26
3
2
1,614
98 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$840,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,874
42 Winthrop Ave, Reading, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$925,000
11/19/25
5
1.5
2,307

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What Locals Say about Reading

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  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say there are community events

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "We bought our home here in Reading 13 years ago when our first child was 1. We have 2 now and have been very happy with the schools and arts programs. Lots of walkers and joggers, several solid restaurants and take out places, a liquor store that has the biggest craft beer selection I've ever seen in my life, nice police officers, good road upkeep. I'm very happy to be raising my kids in this town."
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    "Friendly people not a lot of noise. Lots of trees and grass. Town forest is very close by. Not a lot of trash"
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    "Plenty of dogs in the neighborhood. Very friendly and most neighbors walk with leases. It is rare but being close to the woods and/or highway there are some fisher cats in recent years. Today a coyote was spotted in the neighborhood. Again, that was reported maybe 7 times in 10 years but pet owners need to keep an eye out for the little ones! "
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    "There is great access to commuter rail in Reading. Good schools and quiet neighborhoods. There are some nice restaurants in town and easy access to the highways."
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    "halloween for the kids at stores, restaurants etc. in the center of time. festivals and a tight knit family of friends and actual families. recently a famous turkey has really brought the entire town together and donated to the food bank. "
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    "Group walks in the morning with dog owners. Big areas for dogs to meet and run. Dos trails are available and used by many people and families. "
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    "School System Ratings, Safety Low Crime Rates, Accessibility to Town Services and Food and Retail purchases. Good green spaces. Local restaraunts, parks and Town Amenities. "
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    "Annual street fair, Town Day, summer concerts on the town common, Memorial Day parade. Robust clergy association sponsors church community activities."
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    "very quiet place. I Really like it . bus stop and train station very close to my house. parking place. "
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    "Walk to elementary, middle and high school. Walk to YMCA and major town sports fields. Close to Town Forest and Route 93. "
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