Seller's Agent in 2024
Joe Bean
Joe Bean Real Estate
(781) 771-1079
9 in this area
47 Total Sales
142 Bancroft Ave Reading, MA 01867
Estimated Value: $811,000 - $911,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,561
Sq Ft
$553/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- Birch Meadow Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of March 2024Amazing 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.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,973
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 0.32 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
- Property is zoned S15
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,561 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Mud Room
- Screened Porch
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Dual Closets
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
Schools
- Birch Meadow* Elementary School
- Coolidge* Middle School
- RMHS High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:027.000000121.0,735079
Community Details
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2025
Sold by
Dicarlo Marco and Dicarlo Karen
Bought by
Dicarlo Reading Ft and Dicarlo
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$764,060
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$98,907
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2025
Sold by
Dicarlo Reading Ft and Dicarlo
Bought by
Dicarlo Marco and Dicarlo Karen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$764,060
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$98,907
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2025
Sold by
Dicarlo Marco P and Dicarlo Karen A
Bought by
Dicarlo Melwak Ft and Dicarlo
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 7, 2024
Closed on
Mar 19, 2024
Sold by
Dicarlo Marco P
Bought by
Dicarlo Marco P and Dicarlo Karen A
Seller's Agent
Joe Bean
Joe Bean Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pauline Marino
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
6.68%
Views
70
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.20%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 7, 2024
Closed on
Mar 15, 2024
Sold by
Casey
Bought by
Dicarlo Marco P
Seller's Agent
Joe Bean
Joe Bean Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pauline Marino
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
6.68%
Views
70
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 19, 2018
Sold by
Cleary Richard M and Cleary Nancy K
Bought by
Cleary
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 1967
Bought by
Cleary Richard M and Cleary Nancy K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dicarlo Reading Ft | -- | -- | |
| Dicarlo Marco | -- | -- | |
| Dicarlo Melwak Ft | -- | None Available | |
| Dicarlo Melwak Ft | -- | None Available | |
| Dicarlo Marco P | -- | None Available | |
| Dicarlo Marco P | -- | None Available | |
| Dicarlo Marco P | $800,000 | None Available | |
| Dicarlo Marco P | $800,000 | None Available | |
| Cleary | -- | -- | |
| Cleary | -- | -- | |
| Cleary Richard M | $22,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dicarlo Marco | $765,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dicarlo Marco P | $760,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cleary Richard M | $17,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cleary Richard M | $20,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2024 03/15/24 | Sold | $800,000 | +6.7% | $512 / Sq Ft |
| 02/10/2024 02/10/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/07/2024 02/07/24 | For Sale | $749,900 | -- | $480 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,371 | $822,700 | $496,600 | $326,100 |
| 2024 | $9,263 | $790,400 | $477,100 | $313,300 |
| 2023 | $8,973 | $712,700 | $430,200 | $282,500 |
| 2022 | $8,637 | $647,900 | $391,100 | $256,800 |
| 2021 | $8,562 | $620,000 | $374,700 | $245,300 |
| 2020 | $8,232 | $590,100 | $356,600 | $233,500 |
| 2019 | $7,997 | $562,000 | $339,600 | $222,400 |
| 2018 | $7,351 | $530,000 | $320,300 | $209,700 |
| 2017 | $7,016 | $500,100 | $302,200 | $197,900 |
| 2016 | $6,521 | $449,700 | $272,900 | $176,800 |
| 2015 | $6,296 | $428,300 | $259,900 | $168,400 |
| 2014 | $5,872 | $398,400 | $241,700 | $156,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joe Bean
-
Pauline Marino
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Pauline Marino
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
(781) 248-9294
1 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73200426
APN: READ-000027-000000-000121
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