Far West Andover
New England estates on forested lots
Far West Andover sits deep within the deciduous forests of northern Massachusetts; the neighborhood’s quiet rural streets are lined with oak, maple and birch trees, making the community a popular destination for “leaf peepers” each autumn. Old stone walls line the residential roads, giving way to large wooded yards that merge into one of the many protected forests or conservation areas that share the landscape. A few recent housing developments have adopted a more suburban aesthetic, trading large manicured lawns for the rural wooded lots common to older parts of the community. The homes in Far West Andover are larger and more expensive than the national average, consisting primarily of four-bedroom colonials, raised ranches and Cape Cods on multi-acre lots for $850,000 to $1.5 million. The median home price is just over $1 million, and homes typically sell in fewer than three weeks. However, Liriano says that the market has recently begun to level off after nearly three years of significant gains.Outdoor recreation surrounding the Merrimack River
Perhaps no quality better defines life in Far West Andover than the neighborhood’s deep rural setting, a picturesque combination of diverse woodlands, babbling trout streams and clear blue lakes on the southern banks of the Merrimack River. Residents take full advantage of the outdoor recreation just outside their back doors, meeting for morning walks along the river on the Bay Circuit Trail, rowing longboats in the Merrimack River from one of the many boat ramps, hiking within the miles of rustic trails within Bald Hill, High Plains or Deer Jump Reservation, or playing fetch at the Andover Dog Park before checking on their vegetables at the Andover Community Garden. On rainy days, residents typically drive to Lowell to visit the Boott Cotton Mills Museum or to catch an indie film at The Luna Theater.Students zoned for Andover Public Schools District
The Andover Public Schools District serves students in Far West Andover, ranked by Niche as Massachusetts's 33rd best school district. Students begin at High Plain Elementary School – an A-rated school on Niche with a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1 – before advancing to Wood Hill Middle School, an A-rated school considered by Niche as the best public middle school in Essex County. Finally, students move on to Andover High School, an A-rated school by Niche with an average SAT score of 1300, where graduates regularly attend prestigious local universities like Boston College, UConn and Brown.10-minute drive to shopping and dining options
Far West Andover is a car-dependent neighborhood, and residents must be willing to drive at least 10 minutes to access the grocery stores, restaurants and retail. The nearest spot is south of Interstate 494 on Main Street, where residents can find small shopping plazas with chain restaurants and pharmacies next to familiar national retailers like Walmart and The Home Depot. Weekends begin at Aroma Joe’s Coffee, a chain of New England coffee shops with iced drinks, breakfast sandwiches and donuts by the dozen. The Chateau Restaurant has 10 locations throughout Massachusetts, serving traditional Italian family-style lunch and dinner along with prepared meals that can be heated up at home. For dessert, the Sarkisian Farms Driving Range serves over 30 flavors of Richardson’s award-winning ice cream to enjoy while hitting long drives from their lighted tee boxes.30 miles to Boston
Tucked into the southern banks of the Merrimack River near the border between New Hampshire and Massachusetts, Far West Andover is located less than 30 miles north of Boston – a 30-minute commute during rush hour via Interstate 93 – though many of its residents work in the nearby city of Lowell.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Chris Charido
Chris Charido
RE/MAX Renaissance Inc.
(781) 819-5696
18 Total Sales
1 in Far West Andover
$1,200,000 Price
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Siri Wilbur Kamien
Siri Wilbur Kamien
BHHS Verani Windham
(351) 215-0785
76 Total Sales
1 in Far West Andover
$1,725,000 Price
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Maureen Harmonay
Maureen Harmonay
Coldwell Banker
(351) 200-9049
79 Total Sales
1 in Far West Andover
$1,310,000 Price
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Vivien Marcus
Vivien Marcus
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Success
(351) 222-3144
50 Total Sales
2 in Far West Andover
$881K - $1M Price Range
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Sharon Corr
Sharon Corr
The Corr Group, LLC
(833) 348-0152
82 Total Sales
1 in Far West Andover
$1,200,000 Price
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Joe Mina
Joe Mina
Responds QuicklyTower Hill Ventures LLC
(857) 971-7746
10 Total Sales
2 in Far West Andover
$660K - $935K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Deer Jump Reservation
Andover Dog Park
- Dog Park
Raymond J. Martin Riverside Park
Retelle Reservation
Bald Hill Reservation
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Far West Andover | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Far West Andover Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Far West Andover, Andover sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Far West Andover, Andover over the last 12 months is $1,045,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$949,900
Median Sale Price
$1,045,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,149,999
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,060,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$619,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$378
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,534
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,018
Significantly above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,625
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,247
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
967
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 1910:30am - 12pm
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Sunday, Jul 201 - 2:30pm
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Saturday, Jul 1911am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,451 - $3,800 per month
- The Point at Merrimack River
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 696+ Sq Ft
- 30 Shattuck Rd
- Andover, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,991
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$140,624
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$167,123
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
College Graduates
75.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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