OWN A RARE PIECE OF ANDOVER HISTORY, “THE SPHINX HOUSE”! Located in downtown, two blocks from Phillips Academy, this distinguished Victorian blends timeless character with comfortable, livable elegance. Offering 5 beds, 4 full & 2 half baths across 5,660+ SF, the home features hardwood floors, crown molding, and a seamless layout for everyday living and entertaining. The sun-filled main level showcases a fireplaced living room, open dining area, family room, private office, and a new custom kitchen with cabinetry, quartz counters, oversized island, Wolf oven, and Sub-Zero fridge. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a walk-in closet and spa-like bath. Set on a .24-acre lot with a detached 3-car garage with EV charger, featuring finished upper-level space with kitchen, living area, bedroom, and full bath for flexible use. See attached document for list of updates and improvements. DON’T MISS THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY!
Single-familyProperty Type
1897Year Built
10,280 sq ftLot Size
$413Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Team Lillian Montalto• Lillian Montalto Signature Properties
Listed by Lillian Montalto• Lillian Montalto Signature Properties
If you are looking for a home with classic elegance, located in the heart of downtown Andover, this stunning home should be on your list! Built in 1897 by Ovid Chapman, the first occupants were members of a Phillips Academy Secret Society, who named the grand style home "Sphinx House" and added a lions head to the stonework on the front porch which is still there today! The home was thoughtfully renovated, updated and expanded in 2003, preserving the unique architectural details and creating a floor plan that is practical and flows gracefully. The first floor offers a fireplaced living room, sitting room, family room with wet bar, Black Dog kitchen, elegant dining room and home office. The second floor has 3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths, laundry and a Master Suite with custom walk-in closet and spa-like bath. Lower level has a game room with half bath. The Carriage House (1986) offers a finished 2nd floor with full bath, office and heated 3 car garage, a very rare "in-town" find!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$23,363 (+4.9%)
$738,500 + $971,800
$1,710,300
2022
$22,265 (+4.4%)
$653,500 + $871,500
$1,525,000
2021
$21,334 (+4.1%)
$594,300 + $801,000
$1,395,300
2020
$20,486 (+0.8%)
$579,800 + $785,000
$1,364,800
2019
$20,330 (+5.0%)
$562,900 + $768,500
$1,331,400
2018
$19,365 (+4.3%)
$531,000 + $707,200
$1,238,200
2017
$18,565 (+2.3%)
$520,600 + $702,400
$1,223,000
2016
$18,143 (+4.1%)
$520,600 + $703,600
$1,224,200
2015
$17,431 (+5.1%)
$500,400 + $664,000
$1,164,400
2014
$16,592 (+8.1%)
$505,700 + $587,300
$1,093,000
2013
$15,343 (+2.5%)
$505,700 + $551,700
$1,057,400
2012
$14,974 (+11.7%)
$505,700 + $552,500
$1,058,200
2011
$13,404 (+2.8%)
$427,900 + $521,400
$949,300
2010
$13,036 (+1.0%)
$441,200 + $547,100
$988,300
2009
$12,904
$441,200 + $620,000
$1,061,200
Public record
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Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Style
Other
County
Essex County
APN
1839082
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Open Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Spaces: 11
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Year Built Details: Approximate,Certified Historic
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 4848
Below Grade Finished Area: 812
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $25,169
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Bancroft Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School: Andover West Middle School
High School: Andover High School
Location Information
Directions: Main St (Rt 28) to Locke St
UnparsedAddress: 9 Locke St, Andover MA 01810
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1839082
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion Exclusion List Attached To Listing.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bancroft Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Andover West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Andover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
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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 95° 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
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Estimated sale price
$2.19M – $2.66M
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