Set on a private 1-acre lot, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath New England-style Cape (built in 1987) offers space, comfort, and convenience. Featuring cathedral ceilings, two fireplaces, and a bright open layout, this home includes a first-floor primary suite with spa-like bath, a bonus room over the garage, and a spacious yard with mature landscaping. Located minutes from Rt. 93, downtown Andover, and top-rated schools, this one checks all the boxes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
1.01 acresLot Size
$336Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Orit Aviv• Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Bought with Druann Jedrey• Leading Edge Real Estate
Looking for home you can really enjoy living in? Come see this NE style Cape nestled onto a beautifully landscaped lot. If you love nature and privacy this is the perfect location, also the convenience of being minutes to Rt 93, the business centers of Andover, and the High Plain/Wood Hill Schools. This inviting home has long interior sight lines and flowing open spaces with drama. The Living Room and Great Room have Cathedral ceilings and fireplaces. The Gourmet Kitchen and Living Room have French doors opening onto a generous deck and yard with mature trees. The first floor Master Suite has French doors to a deck, walk-in closets, a large spa bath with double vanity, skylights, and marble shower. The second Bedroom has large windows facing multi-layered brick terraces. Two Bedrooms on the second floor have a loft between them overlooking the living room. A large Bonus Room over the garage has a separate front entrance. Large lower level space has media room/workshop potential.
MLS PIN #71564346
Sep 20, 2013
Sold
$639,000
$169/sq ft
Aug 29, 2013
Contingent
—
Aug 2, 2013
Listed
$645,000
$170/sq ft
+21
Sprawling NE style home nestled onto a beautifully landscaped high quality lot. If you love nature and privacy this is the perfect location, also the convenience of being minutes to Rt93, the business centers of Andover, and High Plain and Wood Hill Schools. This inviting home has long interior sight lines and flowing space. The living room and great room have cathedral ceilings and fireplaces. The eat-in kitchen and living room have French doors opening onto a generous deck and yard with mature trees. The first floor master suite has French doors to a deck, walk-in closets, a large bath with double vanity, skylights, and marble shower. The second bedroom has large windows facing multi-layered brick teraces. Two bedrooms on the second floor have a loft between them overlooking the living room. A large bonus room over the garage has a separate front entrance and could serve multiple purposes. 3000 sq ft of lower level space could be a media room, workshop, playroom, extra storage.
Public Records
Aug 28, 1992
Sold
$300,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 1988
Sold
$415,258
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,683 (+5.5%)
$393,900 + $534,600
$928,500
2022
$12,026 (+4.2%)
$333,800 + $489,900
$823,700
2021
$11,542 (+3.8%)
$303,300 + $451,600
$754,900
2020
$11,124 (+3.7%)
$295,900 + $445,200
$741,100
2019
$10,730 (+4.9%)
$266,300 + $436,400
$702,700
2018
$10,224 (+3.9%)
$251,000 + $402,700
$653,700
2017
$9,838 (+2.0%)
$246,200 + $401,900
$648,100
2016
$9,649 (+3.9%)
$246,200 + $404,900
$651,100
2015
$9,287 (+5.1%)
$236,600 + $383,800
$620,400
2014
$8,835 (+4.6%)
$227,500 + $354,500
$582,000
2013
$8,445 (−1.0%)
$227,500 + $354,500
$582,000
2012
$8,530 (+4.3%)
$245,800 + $357,000
$602,800
2011
$8,175 (+2.7%)
$243,200 + $335,800
$579,000
2010
$7,960
$250,600 + $352,900
$603,500
2009
$7,967
$250,600 + $404,600
$655,200
Tax history for 198 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,683 (+5.5%)
$393,900 + $534,600
$928,500
2022
$12,026 (+4.2%)
$333,800 + $489,900
$823,700
2021
$11,542 (+3.8%)
$303,300 + $451,600
$754,900
2020
$11,124 (+3.7%)
$295,900 + $445,200
$741,100
2019
$10,730 (+4.9%)
$266,300 + $436,400
$702,700
2018
$10,224 (+3.9%)
$251,000 + $402,700
$653,700
2017
$9,838 (+2.0%)
$246,200 + $401,900
$648,100
2016
$9,649 (+3.9%)
$246,200 + $404,900
$651,100
2015
$9,287 (+5.1%)
$236,600 + $383,800
$620,400
2014
$8,835 (+4.6%)
$227,500 + $354,500
$582,000
2013
$8,445 (−1.0%)
$227,500 + $354,500
$582,000
2012
$8,530 (+4.3%)
$245,800 + $357,000
$602,800
2011
$8,175 (+2.7%)
$243,200 + $335,800
$579,000
2010
$7,960
$250,600 + $352,900
$603,500
2009
$7,967
$250,600 + $404,600
$655,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,783
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1845091
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Basement Information
Basement: Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,784
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.01
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,078
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: From I-93, take Exit 45 for River Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 198 River Rd, Andover MA 01810
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,783
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1845091
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
High Plain Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Andover West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
8/10
Andover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Andover, MA • 01810
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.21M – $1.46M
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