197 River Road, Andover MA 01810

Andover, MA 01810
$679,900
Est. $4,302/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,320
Sq Ft
$515
Price/Sq Ft
1.00
Acres
1950
Year Built
1
Garage Space
20
Days on Market
For Sale Open House Listed Jul 30, 2026 • MLS# 73557172 Copied! • Updated Aug 3, 2026

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23
Aug
Sunday, August 23
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

About this home

Enjoy the ease of one-level living in this move-in ready ranch set on a beautiful one-acre lot in one of Andover's most convenient locations. Hardwood floors flow throughout the home, complemented by a spacious fireplaced living room and an updated eat-in kitchen with new flooring. Three comfortable bedrooms are accompanied by a versatile bonus room with a closet, offering the flexibility for a home office, den, guest room or whatever best suits your lifestyle. The full basement provides abundant storage, while the oversized attached garage offers plenty of space for a vehicle, workshop or hobbies. Outside, the expansive backyard delivers the privacy and open space that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Just minutes to Route 93, downtown Andover, shopping, dining and highly regarded schools, this is an outstanding opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of Andover in a home that's ready for its next chapter.

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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jul 30, 2026
$679,900
Original listing
Agent: Samuel McLennan Office: Century 21 McLennan & Company

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,972 $638,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,972
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$638,300

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 1,320 sq ft
Lot Size 1.00 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry None
Features Bonus Room, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Ranch
Roof Rubber
Features Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,972
Assessed Value $638,300
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures Buyer To Perform All Due Diligence, Some Photos Virtually Staged
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Brick
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 4 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,320 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Bonus Room, High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Private Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

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

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
School District
Andover School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.4% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.1% In-School
5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Melmark New England School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Anderson School
4.2 mi
Grades PK-07
Saint Augustine School
4.3 mi
Grades PK-08
The Pike School Inc
5.6 mi
Grades PK-09
Andover School of Montessori
6.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
High Plain Elementary School
1.6 mi | #49 of 824 | Score: 62.4
Improved 50 spots from last year
+4.2 above state avg
505 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Shawsheen School
2.6 mi
85 students Diverse
Grades PK
A
West Elementary School
2.6 mi | #138 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Improved 139 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
605 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
A+
Henry C Sanborn Elementary School
3.5 mi | #27 of 824 | Score: 64.1
Improved 14 spots from last year
+5.9 above state avg
332 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
South Elementary School
5.2 mi | #58 of 824 | Score: 61.7
Dropped 8 spots from last year
+3.5 above state avg
438 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Wood Hill Middle School
1.0 mi | #69 of 352 | Score: 53.8
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
317 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A
Andover West Middle School
3.7 mi | #49 of 352 | Score: 57.0
Dropped 33 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
508 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
A
Doherty Middle School
4.6 mi | #41 of 352 | Score: 58.5
Improved 13 spots from last year
+0.3 above state avg
493 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Greater Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical School
1.3 mi | #140 of 346 | Score: 56.5
Improved 48 spots from last year
-1.7 below state avg
1,837 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
A+
Andover High School
3.6 mi | #24 of 346 | Score: 72.8
Improved 10 spots from last year
+14.6 above state avg
1,609 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,968 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Phillips Academy
5.0 mi
Grades 09-12
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197 River Road, Andover MA 01810

Andover, MA 01810

Listing Information

Listing Agent Samuel McLennan
Listing Office Century 21 McLennan & Company
Office Phone 978-683-8008
Agent MLS ID CN201787
Office MLS ID G46000
Listing Data Updated Aug 3, 2026 3:05 AM 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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