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Sold for $865,000
  • $865,000

    148 Bancroft Ave, Reading, MA 01867

    4beds
    1,764sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1948
    0.39 Acres Lot
    $879,900 Zestimate®
    $490/sqft
    $4,434 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $879,900

    $810,000 - $959,000

    $4,434/mo

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    What's special

    Home for the holidays! Meticulously maintained home in prime location of Reading. Enter the grand foyer of the full-shed cape and immediately embrace the woodwork, natural light and easy flow of plentiful space. Charming living rm w/woodburning fireplace leads to dining rm. Eat-in Kitchen is waiting for your personal touch. Bedrm/Office and remodeled 1/2 bath complete1st level. Steps to 2nd fl guide to front to back main bdrm w/double closets. Two add'l generous remodeled bedrms w/ample deep closets. Full bath and separate shower space make morning routine easier. Heated LL w/high ceilings is perfect for future teen-hangout/gym/office/family rm plus ample storage. Breezeway off kitchen provides a retreat to enjoy the hardscape & perennials. Private fenced in level yard welcomes games and entertainment. Gleaming hardwood flrs & detailed moulding throughout. Garage. Shed. Quick walk to top-rated schools, park, town center, library & commuter rail. Minutes to Rte 93 & 95.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: November 25, 2024 at 06:21pm

    Listed by:

    Marina Tramontozzi 617-291-8220,

    True North Realty 781-872-1487

    Bought with:

    Team Ladner

    RE/MAX Harmony

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73307692

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 247
    • Dimensions: 19 x 13
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 117
    • Dimensions: 13 x 9
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 130
    • Dimensions: 13 x 10
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
    • Level: First
    • Area: 120
    • Dimensions: 12 x 10
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: No
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
    • Level: Main,First
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
    • Level: First
    • Area: 154
    • Dimensions: 14 x 11
    Kitchen
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 136
    • Dimensions: 17 x 8
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
    • Level: Main,First
    • Area: 322
    • Dimensions: 23 x 14
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s), Whole House Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
    Features
    • Breezeway, Sun Room, High Speed Internet
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
    • Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,764
    • Total interior livable area: 1,764 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 5
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Screened, Patio
    • Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.39 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:027.000000122.0,735080
    • Zoning: S15

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1948

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
    Location
    • Region: Reading

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/25/2024Sold$865,000+1.9%$490/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73307692 Report a problem
    11/6/2024Contingent$849,000$481/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73307692 Report a problem
    10/30/2024Listed for sale$849,000+170.4%$481/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73307692 Report a problem
    11/30/2000Sold$314,000$178/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,494 +1.2%$833,500 +4.1%
    2024$9,384 +3.2%$800,700 +10.9%
    2023$9,091 +3.9%$722,100 +10%
    2022$8,751 +1.9%$656,500 +5.5%
    2021$8,591 +4%$622,100 +5.1%
    2020$8,258 +2.9%$592,000 +5%
    2019$8,026 +8.8%$564,000 +6%
    2018$7,377 +4.8%$531,900 +6%
    2017$7,040 -0.1%$501,800 +3.3%
    2016$7,047 +3.6%$486,000 +5%
    2015$6,802 +7.2%$462,700 +7.5%
    2014$6,346 +11.3%$430,500 +12.8%
    2013$5,700 +2.2%$381,500 -3.2%
    2012$5,577 +2.4%$394,100 -0.2%
    2011$5,447 -3.2%$394,700 -3.5%
    2010$5,627 +1%$409,200 -2.9%
    2009$5,569 +1.8%$421,600 -2.9%
    2008$5,468 +2.8%$434,000 -1.5%
    2007$5,317 +1.4%$440,500 +1.5%
    2006$5,245 +2.2%$434,200 +6.3%
    2005$5,132 +9.6%$408,300 +6.7%
    2004$4,682 +17.6%$382,800 +10.5%
    2003$3,981 +7.4%$346,500 +26.3%
    2001$3,706 +3.2%$274,300 +13%
    2000$3,590 +5.1%$242,700 +14.6%
    1999$3,415 $211,700

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 01867

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Birch Meadow
    • Middle: Coolidge
    • High: Rmhs/Ap

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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