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18 Wescroft Road, Reading MA 01867

Reading, MA 01867 • WEST SIDE
$557,000
Est. $3,570/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,336
Sq Ft
$417
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1940
Year Built
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 23, 2018 • MLS# 72383088 Copied!

About this home

Don't Miss this TURN KEY ADORABLE Cape w/ full Shed dormer on this much sought after WEST SIDE STREET & in a Neighborhood! Everything has been done for you! HUGE MUDROOM, NEARLY BRAND NEW STAINLESS KITCHEN, with attached eating area/ Dining Room. 2 UPDATED, TILED BATHS. FIREPLACE in living room is GORGEOUS! This floor is complete with a bedroom/office. Upstairs are two Very generous sized bedrooms w/ lots of closet space and your second beautiful updated bathroom!! Outside is a HUGE DECK perfect for relaxing or entertaining and overlooking a great green space. Newer Washer & Dryer included in sale! All you have to do is move in and enjoy this fabulous neighborhood! Enjoy all that Reading has to offer including this amazing commuter location and trendy shops and restaurants! Only 12 miles North of Boston!! Just Move in!!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TOWNSON BRIAN C TR
Mailing Address 18 WESCROFT RD, READING, MA, 01867

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning S15
Style CAPE

Tax Information

Assessed Value $800,300
Tax Rate $12.38 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,908
CPA Surcharge 1.5% ($130)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,038

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $500,600 $299,700 $800,300

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Nov 10, 2025 $815,000 84858/23

Municipal Context: READING

Median Home Value $665,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,230
Residential Tax Rate $12.38/1000
CPA Surcharge 1.5%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (89.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,336 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $519,900
Final Sale Price: $557,000
Difference: +$37,100 (+7.1%)
Performance Metrics
107.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $389
Sale $/sq ft: $417
This property sold for $417 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.1% 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 1,336 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Laminate
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Wood

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,648
Assessed Value $479,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Laminate
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Mud Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1940
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

WEST SIDE

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

6 schools
A
Alice M Barrows School
0.4 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
A-
Birch Meadow School
1.5 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
2.3 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
2.5 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
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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Property History

Market Insights

67.5%
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
Sold
Oct 15, 2018
$557,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Aug 23, 2018
$519,900
Original listing
Agent: Katie Varney Office: Classified Realty Group
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
Previous Transaction - MLS #71463097
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 24, 2012
$265,000
MLS #71463097

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 10, 2025 Sold $815,000
Aug 23, 2018 New Listing Added $519,900
Oct 15, 2015 Sold $465,000
Apr 23, 2013 Sold $445,000
Dec 24, 2012 Sold $265,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$417

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $6,648 $479,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,648
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$479,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Katie Varney
Listing Office Classified Realty Group
Agent MLS ID CN209918
Office MLS ID AN1116
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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