56 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
OFF MARKET

56 Bancroft Ave
Reading, MA 01867

  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,334 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$1,264,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,543/mo*
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$1,264,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,543/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,334 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.26M
Since last month
Decreased$32K (-2.5%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+0.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$693K (+121.1%)
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 +92% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.26M
July 2026$1.3M
June 2026$1.34M
May 2026$1.36M
April 2026$1.31M
March 2026$1.28M
February 2026$1.22M
January 2026$1.17M
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
129 High St, Reading, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,233,000
02/06/26
5
2.5
2,499
83 Grand St, Reading, MA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
07/30/26
4
2
2,897
77 Mount Vernon St, Reading, MA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$779,000
12/22/25
3
2
1,528
42 Winthrop Ave, Reading, MA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$925,000
11/19/25
5
1.5
2,307
257 High St, Reading, MA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
01/30/26
4
2.5
2,883
89 Grand St, Reading, MA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,319,000
05/08/26
4
3
2,842
119 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$937,500
09/24/25
4
2.5
1,540
863 Main St, Reading, MA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,462,500
07/30/26
4
4
3,250
103 High St, Reading, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$745,000
12/30/25
4
2
1,540
195 Lowell St, Reading, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$855,000
11/19/25
4
1.5
1,691

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
29-31 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.09
-
5
3
2,850
Off Market
62 Linden St, Reading, MA 01867
0.12
$1,119,300
5
2.5
2,831
Off Market
27 Mount Vernon St, Reading, MA 01867
0.11
$812,600
4
2
1,581
Off Market
87 Bancroft Ave #87, Reading, MA 01867
0.11
-
3
2
1,743
Off Market
24 Mount Vernon St, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$785,000
3
2
1,920
Recently Sold
79 Lowell St, Reading, MA 01867
0.13
$965,100
4
2
2,420
Off Market
14 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$727,500
4
1.5
1,470
Off Market
45 Chute St, Reading, MA 01867
0.14
$986,300
4
1.5
1,871
Off Market
57 Mount Vernon St, Reading, MA 01867
0.13
$783,700
3
2.5
1,701
Off Market
52 Sanborn St, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
-
2
2
1,220
Off Market
61 Lowell St, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$875,000
4
2
1,769
For Sale
52 Sanborn St #1, Reading, MA 01867
0.16
$619,700
2
2
1,000
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 56 Bancroft Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1870
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Living Area
3,334 sqft
Price/Sqft
$379

About this House

Charming New England Colonial with a Victorian flair located in the desirable west side. Walking distance to the library, train and town center. Beautifully maintained and updated. Formal living room, large dining room leading to a new kitchen (refrigerator, microwave and 6 burner gas stove are Kitchen Aid) First floor family room off the kitchen with energy efficient French doors to a new composite deck and fantastic fenced in back yard. See attached amenties sheet for a list of improvements...
56 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,334 sqft single-family home built in 1870. It last sold for $572,000 on Dec 6, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,264,900, with a rent estimate of $6,567/month.

Home Details for 56 Bancroft Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath, Office
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodGardenLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1870Year Updated: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 6, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$572,000
Oct 3, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$519,900
Jun 25, 2008
Source: N/A
Sold
$475,000
Jun 27, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$445,900

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

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 56 Bancroft Ave

  • What is 56 Bancroft Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 56 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA is $1,264,900.
  • What is the price history for 56 Bancroft Ave?
    56 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA last sold for $572,000 in December 2013.
  • 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.
  • Does 56 Bancroft Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 56 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 56 Bancroft Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 56 Bancroft Ave in Reading, MA has in-unit laundry.

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