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40-42 Bancroft # 2, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
$3,700/mo
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About this home
Great opportunity to rent a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in a beautiful two-family property, conveniently located on Bancroft Ave in Reading. Enjoy easy access to the commuter rail and the shops, restaurants, and amenities of downtown Reading, along with convenient access to Routes 93 and 128. The apartment spans the second and third floors, providing plenty of space and flexibility. The main level features two bedrooms, a spacious living room, huge eat-in kitchen, and two full baths, while the upper level offers two additional bedrooms. Additional features include new wall-to-wall carpeting throughout most rooms, ceiling fans, and a ductless mini-split in the living room. Basement storage and a washer/dryer located on the second floor are provided for Unit 2’s exclusive use. A large backyard and patio are shared with the first-floor tenants. Three to four tandem off-street parking spaces complete this rental offering.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Aug 20, 2026
$3,700
Original listing
Agent: Michael Hegarty
Office: Premier Realty Group, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,700 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Trash Collection, Gardener, Extra Storage, Laundry Facilities, Parking
Security Deposit
$1,000
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Electric, Oil, Electric Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
Second Floor
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Square footage is estimated. Apartment is on the 2nd and 3rd floor of a two family home.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,400 sq ft above grade
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LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Second Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric, Oil, Electric Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Reading School District local
A
School Safety
2024-25
0.4%
Low
0.4%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
5.1% below state avg
Elementary Schools
6 schools
RISE PreSchool
0.7 mi
116 students
Moderate
Grades PK
A
Joshua Eaton School
0.8 mi
|
#93 of 824
|
Score: 59.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
388 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.9 mi
|
#158 of 824
|
Score: 56.8
Dropped 82 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
365 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Birch Meadow School
0.9 mi
|
#240 of 824
|
Score: 52.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
359 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
J. Warren Killam Elementary School
1.4 mi
|
#94 of 824
|
Score: 59.7
Improved 18 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
406 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
B+
Wood End Elementary School
2.0 mi
|
#275 of 824
|
Score: 51.6
Dropped 192 spots from last year
-6.6 below state avg
236 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.4 mi
|
#62 of 352
|
Score: 54.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
467 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
A
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#43 of 352
|
Score: 58.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-0.1 below state avg
405 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.1 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
0.7 mi
|
#65 of 346
|
Score: 65.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
+6.8 above state avg
1,094 students
Less Diverse
18 sports
• 2,420 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
40-42 Bancroft # 2, Reading MA 01867
Reading, MA 01867
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Hegarty
Listing Office
Premier Realty Group, Inc.
Office Phone
781-944-4140
Agent MLS ID
CT002733
Office MLS ID
B95198
Listing Data Updated
Aug 19, 2026 9:19 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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