236 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
OFF MARKET

$874,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,646 sqft

236 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867

Est. Refi. Payment $5,259/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 1, 2021 for $600,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$874K
Since last month
Decreased$23K (-2.6%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+0.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$272K (+45.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +68% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$872K
July 2026$895K
June 2026$915K
May 2026$929K
April 2026$902K
March 2026$894K
February 2026$861K
January 2026$836K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
126 Hanscom Ave, Reading, MA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$965,000
06/11/26
3
2
1,614
64 Longfellow Rd, Reading, MA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$965,500
05/15/26
3
1.5
1,776
195 Lowell St, Reading, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$855,000
11/19/25
4
1.5
1,691
103 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$980,000
08/14/26
4
2
2,172
98 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$840,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,874
42 Winthrop Ave, Reading, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$925,000
11/19/25
5
1.5
2,307
35 Longfellow Rd, Reading, MA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
04/21/26
3
1.5
2,104
149 Forest St, Reading, MA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$750,000
12/17/25
3
1.5
1,372
304 Lowell St, Reading, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$795,000
08/20/26
3
1.5
1,371
25 Woodward Ave, Reading, MA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$670,000
01/16/26
4
1.5
1,868

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
242 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.02
$976,200
4
1.5
1,887
Off Market
126 Hanscom Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.05
$965,000
3
2
1,614
Recently Sold
6 Woodland St, Reading, MA 01867
0.09
$1,099,100
3
2.5
2,179
Off Market
72 Hartshorn St, Reading, MA 01867
0.11
$990,100
3
2
1,696
Off Market
71 Winthrop Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$831,200
3
2
1,448
Off Market
64 Longfellow Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.13
$965,500
3
1.5
1,776
Recently Sold
62 Longfellow Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$845,400
3
2
1,724
Off Market
103 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.15
$980,000
4
2
2,172
Recently Sold
6 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.17
$807,200
3
1.5
1,488
Off Market
63 Intervale Ter, Reading, MA 01867
0.17
$856,000
3
1
1,229
Off Market
98 John Carver Rd, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$840,000
3
2
1,874
Recently Sold
174 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.20
$1,020,000
3
1.5
2,298
Off Market

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
1965
Living Area
1,646 sqft
Price/Sqft
$531
Parking
Garage

About this House

Amazing location for this rare 4 bedroom home in the heart of the much desired Birch Meadow neighborhood. Enjoy the warmth of the wood burning fireplace in living room. Updated insulated dual pane windows. Oak hardwood floors. Large two room family bath. 3 season room at rear of home with access to large eat in kitchen and steps to back yard. Updated Budrerus natural gas heating system with lifetime warranty stainless steel Super Store indirect hot water heater. Large (19'7 x 12'7) 1 car garage with automatic door and additional storage and direct 1st floor access. Easily add a 5th bedroom by adding closet to 1st level family room. Potential for 1st floor in-law with no steps and access to bathroom, bedroom and private entry on its own level. Located cross the street from Reading Memorial High School tennis courts, ball fields and playground. Near Birch Meadow Elementary School, Coolidge Middle School, Burbank YMCA with indoor pools and lighted out door skating at Castene Field.
236 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,646 sqft single-family home built in 1965. It last sold for $600,000 on Feb 1, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $874,200, with a rent estimate of $4,194/month.

Home Details for 236 Bancroft Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Ceiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Vinyl, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965Year Updated: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: ranch

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 1, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$600,000
Dec 9, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$619,900

Market trends in Reading

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$863K
$52.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
104.5%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$476
$13MoM
Available listings
40
32MoM

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What Locals Say about Reading

At least 120 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Joanfraske
    "The people are unique and the houses are all different. There are many trees and a playground for children "
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  • Adam Graham
    "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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  • 4yztwzyc4k
    "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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  • Shauntsullivan
    "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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  • Johnsonle
    "Safe and friendly neighborhood where kids are always out playing and riding bikes. Supportive parents"
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  • Johnny V.
    "Reading is a great town, especially if you’re a commuter and driving into Boston isn’t your thing. Good school system, great parks, and a wonderful town forest. My favorite was the MASSIVE library!"
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  • Michelle L. L. (.
    "People are kind here. It's actually like a community onv my street. They're kind to one another and they know everyone. I love it!"
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  • Caitlin C.
    "There are no “dog parks” but many people are in the neighborhood walking their dogs and often in the town forest letting their dogs off leash. "
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  • Ben T.
    "There is strong interest in the schools and making sure there is strong community short for education."
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  • Ben T.
    "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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  • Tracy E. M.
    "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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  • Tracy E. M.
    "there are sidewalks to keep you and your dog or dogs safe from car traffic. lots of parks to for dogs to get plenty of excersise"
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  • Tracy E. M.
    "that the school system is good and not alot of crime. people care for their property and keep it clean. "
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  • Tracy E. M.
    "Very family oriented, safe and clean. great school system. the town does a lot for the community with faires, festivals and different things as well year long. "
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  • Jennshellm
    "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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  • Fox H. E. L.
    "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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  • Maob63
    "a lot of open spaces for dogs and their owners to venture. a wide range of animals such as rabbits, deer, turkeys, possums and deer to sniff"
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  • Adrao_31
    "Great access to i95 and I93. Good school district and safe. Quiet place with very less commercial spaces."
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  • Ldennis
    "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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  • Melissa J.
    "I have live in Reading since 2010 Love this area great restaurants train is close by schools are fantastic "
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  • Lfermin
    "very quiet place. I Really like it . bus stop and train station very close to my house. parking place. "
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  • Unspecified
    "It’s a fantastic area full of friendly social families. We have a lot of fun together and enjoy bumping into each other and catching up on the street. Everyone takes pride in the appearance and upkeep of their home but not in a pretentious way. Very pleased to be part of such a warm and vibrant group of people."
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  • Candace B.
    "I've lived here for 4 years now and it is so quit. No kids, no cars, no dogs just very peaceful and very friendly neighbors. "
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  • Bookguise
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 236 Bancroft Ave

  • What is 236 Bancroft Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 236 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA is $874,200.
  • What is the price history for 236 Bancroft Ave?
    236 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA last sold for $600,000 in February 2021.
  • Is Reading a buyer's or seller's market?
    Reading is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Reading?
    The median sale price in Reading is $863K. That is down $52.5K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 236 Bancroft Ave?
    The lot at 236 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA is about 0.21 acres (9,147 sq ft).
  • Does 236 Bancroft Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 236 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA has a garage.

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