Andover's beloved Rose Cottage is both a historic treasure and a home that offers 2021 amenities. Major restorations done in 2001 & again in 2014. New heating and A/C systems, new gas range on center island, freshly painted inside and out, recessed lighting, and updated kitchen with vaulted ceiling for a wonderful family space. True master bedroom suite w walk-in closet, vaulted ceiling and a bathroom that is breathtaking. On the National Historic register, built with lustrous wide pine flooring throughout, 4 fireplaces, including a beehive oven. Lovely private backyard with a screen porch overlooking it. One car garage with new electric door opener and storage. Move-in condition! In the heart of town offers the highest walkability score. Walk to the commuter train, close to 3 playgrounds, dozens of restaurants, shops and the public library.
Single-familyProperty Type
1784Year Built
8,900 sq ftLot Size
$421Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Carroll Group• RE/MAX Partners
Bought with Trevor Wissink Adams• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
Andover's beloved Rose Cottage offers surprisingly generous sized rooms, completely updated electric, gas heat & central air, lustrous wide wood floors, beautiful built-ins, large closets , recessed lighting, 4 working fireplaces, & 1st floor laundry. Renovated by current owners; It's Move-in condition! In the heart of town, so convenient!! Large private yard w three season porch overlooking it. Garage w electric opener & storage. The perfect home for you & your treasured antiques!
MLS PIN #30641252
Mar 17, 2003
Sold
$535,000
$240/sq ft
Jan 16, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Aug 29, 2002
Listed
$559,900
$251/sq ft
NEW CONSTRUCTION. QUICK DELIVERY. LGE. COLONIAL W/STONE FRONT;9' 1ST FLR CEILINGS,MAPLE KITCHEN W/GRANITE ISLAND; HW IN FOYER,LR,DR,& KIT.;2ND FLR LOFT STUDY OR PLAY AREA; LRGE MASTER W/TREY CEILING. CONVENIENT LOCATION
MLS PIN #30103531
Sep 27, 1996
Sold
$165,000
$74/sq ft
Jun 6, 1996
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 1996
Listed
$199,900
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,453 (+5.4%)
$381,700 + $310,300
$692,000
2022
$8,966 (+4.4%)
$337,900 + $276,200
$614,100
2021
$8,590 (+4.2%)
$307,100 + $254,700
$561,800
2020
$8,243 (+1.6%)
$299,700 + $249,500
$549,200
2019
$8,114 (+4.5%)
$288,000 + $243,400
$531,400
2018
$7,765 (+4.6%)
$271,600 + $224,900
$496,500
2017
$7,426 (+2.4%)
$266,200 + $223,000
$489,200
2016
$7,250 (+5.4%)
$266,200 + $223,000
$489,200
2014
$6,878 (+9.6%)
$243,500 + $209,600
$453,100
2013
$6,277 (+2.5%)
$243,500 + $189,100
$432,600
2012
$6,121 (−5.7%)
$243,500 + $189,100
$432,600
2011
$6,491 (−0.2%)
$241,200 + $218,500
$459,700
2010
$6,507 (+1.5%)
$248,600 + $244,700
$493,300
2009
$6,408
$248,600 + $278,400
$527,000
Tax history for 2 Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,453 (+5.4%)
$381,700 + $310,300
$692,000
2022
$8,966 (+4.4%)
$337,900 + $276,200
$614,100
2021
$8,590 (+4.2%)
$307,100 + $254,700
$561,800
2020
$8,243 (+1.6%)
$299,700 + $249,500
$549,200
2019
$8,114 (+4.5%)
$288,000 + $243,400
$531,400
2018
$7,765 (+4.6%)
$271,600 + $224,900
$496,500
2017
$7,426 (+2.4%)
$266,200 + $223,000
$489,200
2016
$7,250 (+5.4%)
$266,200 + $223,000
$489,200
2014
$6,878 (+9.6%)
$243,500 + $209,600
$453,100
2013
$6,277 (+2.5%)
$243,500 + $189,100
$432,600
2012
$6,121 (−5.7%)
$243,500 + $189,100
$432,600
2011
$6,491 (−0.2%)
$241,200 + $218,500
$459,700
2010
$6,507 (+1.5%)
$248,600 + $244,700
$493,300
2009
$6,408
$248,600 + $278,400
$527,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,228
Year built
1784
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1839051
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Off Street
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Intersection of Chestnut St and Central St.
UnparsedAddress: 2 Chestnut St, Andover MA 01810
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,228
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1784
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1839051
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bancroft Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Andover West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Andover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 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
$893,000 – $1.08M
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