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18 Wescroft Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867
$265,000
Est. $1,951/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,176
Sq Ft
$225
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1940
Year Built
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Dec 7, 2012 • MLS# 71463097 Copied!

About this home

Accepted offer, pending signatures. Incredible potential for this neglected cape in the desirable town of Reading. Hardwood floors, fireplace, level lot, deck, patio, fenced. Potential for 2nd full bath in dormered second level, expand the kitchen area out into the enclosed porch, or tear it down and build your dream home. Close to schools, shopping, highway access and more. Cash or rehab loans only, will not qualify for traditional financing. Will NOT last.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,176 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $239,900
Final Sale Price: $265,000
Difference: +$25,100 (+10.5%)
Performance Metrics
110.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $204
Sale $/sq ft: $225
This property sold for $225 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1940
Living Area 1,176 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Appliances Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Laundry In Basement
Features Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,930
Assessed Value $348,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Appliances: Water Heater
Interior Features: Office
Windows:
Basement: Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:

Location

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Neighborhood

18 Wescroft Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.3 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
Joshua Eaton School
0.5 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
RISE PreSchool
1.4 mi
116 students Moderate
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Walter S Parker Middle School
0.5 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
1.6 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
Austin Prep School
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A
Reading Memorial High School
1.4 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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Monthly Payment Breakdown

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Property Tax $411
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI (if <20% down) $0

Loan Summary

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Payment Over Time

Interest
Principal
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

70.6%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
4
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73424713
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Nov 10, 2025
$815,000
MLS #73424713
Previous Transaction - MLS #72383088
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Oct 15, 2018
$557,000
MLS #72383088
Previous Transaction - MLS #71894867
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Oct 15, 2015
$465,000
MLS #71894867
Previous Transaction - MLS #71503852
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 23, 2013
$445,000
MLS #71503852
Sold
Dec 24, 2012
$265,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Dec 7, 2012
$239,900
Original listing
Office: RE/MAX Encore

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 10, 2025 Sold $815,000
Oct 15, 2018 Sold $557,000
Oct 15, 2015 Sold $465,000
Apr 23, 2013 Sold $445,000
Dec 7, 2012 New Listing Added $239,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$225

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2012 $4,930 $348,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,930
Tax Year 2012
Assessed Value
$348,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jessica Sherman-Anderson
Listing Office RE/MAX Encore
Agent MLS ID B8000190
Office MLS ID B95079
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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