18 Wescroft Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

$265,000

3

Beds

1

Baths

1,176

Sq Ft

$225

Price/Sq Ft

0.18

Acres

1940

Year Built

1

Garage Space

Single Family Residence

Type

4

Days on Market

Sold Listed Dec 6, 2012 • MLS# 71463097 Copied! • Updated Dec 24, 2012

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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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$225/sq ft

Area Median

$583/sq ft

Difference

61.4%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

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 History

Market Insights

70.6%

Price Range

6

Total Days on Market

4

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73424713

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🏷️

Previously Sold

Nov 10, 2025

$815,000

MLS #73424713

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Previous Transaction - MLS #72383088

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Previously Sold

Oct 15, 2018

$557,000

MLS #72383088

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Previous Transaction - MLS #71894867

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Previously Sold

Oct 15, 2015

$465,000

MLS #71894867

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Previous Transaction - MLS #71503852

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Previously Sold

Apr 23, 2013

$445,000

MLS #71503852

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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

Detailed History Table ▼

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
11/10/2025	🏷️ Previously Sold	$815,000	-	-	MLS #73424713
10/15/2018	🏷️ Previously Sold	$557,000	-	-	MLS #72383088
10/15/2015	🏷️ Previously Sold	$465,000	-	-	MLS #71894867
04/23/2013	🏷️ Previously Sold	$445,000	-	-	MLS #71503852
12/24/2012	✓ Sold	$265,000	-	-	Property sold
12/07/2012	🏠 Listed for Sale	$239,900	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

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

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$4,930

Tax Year 2012

Assessed Value

$348,400

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

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Sold As Is. 10% Emd With Cash Offers. Current Pof Or Pre-qual Reqd W/ All Offers To Be Presented.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type []

House Color Blue

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Documents None

County Middlesex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

Sold

Year Built

1940

Bedrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

1

Living Area

1,176 sq ft

Total Rooms

6

Floor Layout

Interactive room guide Explore Floor Layout 2 levels · 14 rooms Open ›

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:

Nearby Schools

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Location

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Neighborhood

18 Wescroft Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867

Listing Information

Listing Office RE/MAX Encore

Office Phone 978-988-0028

Agent MLS ID B8000190

Office MLS ID B95079

Listing Data Updated Dec 24, 2012 12:54 PM EST

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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