51 Bancroft Ave Reading, MA 01867
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,915
Sq Ft
7,405
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
- Birch Meadow Elementary School Rated A-
- 1 Fireplace
- 1 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of August 2021Looking for a convenient location close to Downtown? 51 Bancroft Ave is a beautiful 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Colonial nestled on a terrific street and just a short stroll to everything downtown Reading has to offer and minutes to the Commuter Rail. Upon walking in the front door you are greeted with large French Doors opening to the gorgeous front-facing living room with fireplace. At the back of the first floor is the open kitchen and dining area with granite countertops and updated cabinetry. Off the kitchen is the first floor half-bath and bright sunroom which directly accesses the ample outdoor entertaining space and backyard. Upstairs you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms, including the large master bedroom, and a full bath. The lower level features even more living space, tons of storage and laundry. Sitting to the left of the house is a detached garage with a new door and access to the backyard.
Last Buyer's Agent
Bridget Letarte
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate License #449594420
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,351
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Property is zoned S15
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,915 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Oil Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:021.000000159.0,733803
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2009
Sold by
Sewall Scott A and Sewall Jennifer H
Bought by
Pickering Kenneth J and Pickering Claire F
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
$396,682
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1998
Sold by
Baschwitz Michael G and Baschwitz Laurie A
Bought by
Sewall Scott A and Sewall Jennifer H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,250
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 28, 1995
Sold by
Girouard Ann M
Bought by
Baschwitz Michael G and Baschwitz Laurie A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1993
Sold by
Dambrosio Thomas E and Dambrosio Kathleen M
Bought by
Girouard Ann M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $404,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $245,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $218,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $210,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $90,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Open | $548,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $507,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $510,400 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $612,750 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $250,000 | Balloon | |
| Closed | $332,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $350,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $379,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $396,682 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $208,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $174,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2021 08/25/21 | Sold | $750,000 | +7.3% | $392 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2021 07/15/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2021 07/07/21 | For Sale | $699,000 | +8.4% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2019 12/13/19 | Sold | $645,000 | -0.6% | $337 / Sq Ft |
| 11/05/2019 11/05/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/30/2019 10/30/19 | For Sale | $649,000 | +29.8% | $339 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2013 12/19/13 | Sold | $500,000 | 0.0% | $292 / Sq Ft |
| 12/09/2013 12/09/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/29/2013 10/29/13 | Off Market | $500,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2013 10/23/13 | For Sale | $509,900 | -- | $298 / 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 | $9,276 | $814,400 | $471,700 | $342,700 |
| 2024 | $9,172 | $782,600 | $453,100 | $329,500 |
| 2023 | $8,892 | $706,300 | $408,500 | $297,800 |
| 2022 | $8,567 | $642,700 | $371,400 | $271,300 |
| 2021 | $8,351 | $604,700 | $355,900 | $248,800 |
| 2020 | $8,063 | $578,000 | $338,600 | $239,400 |
| 2019 | $7,838 | $550,800 | $322,600 | $228,200 |
| 2018 | $7,210 | $519,800 | $304,200 | $215,600 |
| 2017 | $6,885 | $490,700 | $287,000 | $203,700 |
| 2016 | $6,906 | $476,300 | $287,400 | $188,900 |
| 2015 | $6,471 | $440,200 | $265,600 | $174,600 |
| 2014 | $5,936 | $402,700 | $256,600 | $146,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dana Ravech
Seller's Agent in 2021
Dana Ravech
Signal Real Estate
(617) 488-9549
1 in this area
101 Total Sales
-
Justin Rollo
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Justin Rollo
Signal Real Estate
(978) 790-4381
1 in this area
67 Total Sales
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Bridget Letarte
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
-
Philip Vita
Seller's Agent in 2019
Philip Vita
Compass
(781) 729-4663
3 in this area
61 Total Sales
-
Ted Higginson
Seller's Agent in 2013
Ted Higginson
Rezendes Real Estate
(774) 259-5250
53 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72861457
APN: READ-000021-000000-000159
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