RENTED MAY 28, 2026

5 Bancroft Ave Unit 5 Reading, MA 01867

Reading Area

Estimated Value: $456,000 - $531,933

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,025 Sq Ft
$477/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Jogging Path
  • Birch Meadow Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of May 2026

IN-TOWN TOWNHOME offering the perfect blend of convenience and comfort. Ideally located within close proximity to major commuter routes, commuter rail access, downtown restaurants, and local shops, this well-maintained home is perfect for today’s lifestyle. The main living area features an open concept layout with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, while the finished lower level provides additional living space ideal for a family room, home office, or recreation area. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry, ample storage, and 2-car off-street parking. A fantastic opportunity to enjoy low-maintenance living in a desirable commuter-friendly location.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Chuha & Scouten Team

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 05/19/2026

Co-Listed By

Lynne Scouten

Leading Edge Real Estate

Last Renter's Agent

Chuha & Scouten Team

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 05/19/2026

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 6,625

Home Design

  • Property Attached
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,025 Sq Ft Home
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Car Parking Spaces

Schools

  • See Super Elementary And Middle School
  • RMHS High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating

Additional Features

  • 6,625 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,700
  • Rent includes occupancy only
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 021.007010019.0,4660968

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

6,625 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12 Mon)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 2700

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • MLSPIN_PET_RESTRICTIONS_ALLOW: Cats Only
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Laminate
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1025
  • Living Area: 1025
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN4643
  • MAIN SO: AN4643

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Occupancy Only
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 021.007010019.0,4660968
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6625
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Rmhs
  • Elementary School: See Super
  • Middle Or Junior School: See Super

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$488,733

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
0.0437%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
0.0616%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$189,500 --
$221,000 --
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $207,500
Closed $204,000
Closed $200,000
Previous Owner $15,000
Previous Owner $252,000
Previous Owner $31,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/28/2026 05/28/26 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
05/25/2026 05/25/26 Under Contract -- -- --
05/19/2026 05/19/26 For Rent $2,700 +8.0% --
03/05/2024 03/05/24 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
02/07/2024 02/07/24 Under Contract -- -- --
02/02/2024 02/02/24 For Rent $2,500 +8.7% --
05/15/2021 05/15/21 Rented $2,300 0.0% --
04/05/2021 04/05/21 Under Contract -- -- --
03/31/2021 03/31/21 For Rent $2,300 +15.0% --
07/15/2016 07/15/16 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
06/12/2016 06/12/16 Under Contract -- -- --
05/23/2016 05/23/16 For Rent $2,000 +11.1% --
01/01/2015 01/01/15 Rented $1,800 0.0% --
12/02/2014 12/02/14 Under Contract -- -- --
11/17/2014 11/17/14 For Rent $1,800 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

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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 $4,817 $422,900 $0 $422,900
2024 $4,750 $405,300 $0 $405,300
2023 $5,052 $401,300 $0 $401,300
2022 $4,764 $357,400 $0 $357,400
2021 $4,896 $354,500 $0 $354,500
2020 $4,802 $344,200 $0 $344,200
2019 $4,710 $331,000 $0 $331,000
2018 $4,266 $307,600 $0 $307,600
2017 $4,109 $292,900 $0 $292,900
2016 $4,244 $292,700 $0 $292,700
2015 $4,169 $283,600 $0 $283,600
2014 $4,098 $278,000 $0 $278,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73521134

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: READ-000021-000701-000019

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