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3 beds1,836 sqft$387/sqft
278 High Plain Rd, Andover, MA 01810
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.30 acresLot Size
1880Year Built
$387/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Charm and Character: Don't miss the chance to own this one-of-a-kind property that perfectly blends history, nature, and modern living. This historic gem nestled on 2.3 acres in a beautiful, private setting is the perfect haven for those who appreciate history and nature. Step inside to find original yellow pine floors, a formal living room with fireplace, cozy family room, a formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen all filled with natural light. Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms, each...Charm and Character: Don't miss the chance to own this one-of-a-kind property that perfectly blends history, nature, and modern living. This historic gem nestled on 2.3 acres in a beautiful, private setting is the perfect haven for those who appreciate history and nature. Step inside to find original yellow pine floors, a formal living room with fireplace, cozy family room, a formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen all filled with natural light. Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms, each with its own unique character and charm. A fourth room upstairs offers flexible space for a home office, nursery, or guests. The property features mature trees, lush gardens, and walking paths that invite you to explore the outdoors. Enjoy relaxing on the sun porch, bird watching, or simply soaking in the tranquility of your private oasis. Desirably located, this historic home offers easy access to top-rated elementary and middle schools, commuter routes, walking trails, and Haggettts Pond
  • Listed by: Katherine Grondin • Charney Real Estate
Listing closed: 11/01/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73293090

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$780,000

Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

101.1%

Andover, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Charney Real Estate, Katherine Grondin

Sold By Charney Real Estate, Jill Penna

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Property Information for 278 High Plain Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,220 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Andover
  • Area: MA-Andover
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Garden, Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Lot Size: 2.30 AC / 100,187 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1836.0
  • Color: Yellow
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: High Plain Elem
  • High School: Andover High
  • Middle School: Wood Hill
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Home Office, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, Whole House Fan
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, See Remarks
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Porch - Screened
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Wooded, Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Solar Shingles
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Whole House Fan
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, 100 Amp Service, Net Meter
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Heating: Forced Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Private
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Lighting - Pendant
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1845214
  • Assessments: $793,000
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: SRC
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 278 High Plain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 1, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73293090

$710,000
Sep 25, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73293090

Sep 25, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73293090

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/01/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73293090

$710,000
09/25/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73293090

09/25/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73293090

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 278 High Plain Road

Taxable ValueLand$477,600Additions$366,300Total$843,900
Tax Record2025$10,540 ($878 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,836 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,836 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt918 SqFtStories2Lot Size100,188 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1880Year Renovated1880ZoningSRCCountyESSEXAPNANDO M:00194 B:00001 L:0000B

Schools near 278 High Plain Road

This home is within Andover School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
High Plain Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wood Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Andover High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 278 High Plain Road, Andover, MA 01810
$710,000
3
1,836
100,187
$828,900
3
1,998
43,996
$312,000
3
1,776
38,663
$1,200,000
4
1,755
171,626
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Listing Courtesy of Charney Real Estate, Katherine Grondin

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