Property Attributes
- MLS#73565423
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyESSEX
- CityAndover
- NeighborhoodPhillips Academy
- Zip01810
- StyleColonial,Antique,Federal
- Year Built1850
- Taxes$ 20342
- Price$ 2,699,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms3
- Sqr Footage5517
- Lot Size1 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Welcome to 49 Salem St where historic character meets modern luxury. The circa-1850 William H. Foster House is a distinguished Federal Colonial set on a beautifully landscaped 1-acre lot abutting the renowned Phillips Academy campus. This remarkable residence offers 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 3 half baths, and 7 fireplaces. The original barn has been transformed into a dramatic family room with fireplace and adjoining game room, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. The expansive kitchen features custom cabinetry, soapstone counters, a 6 burner cooktop, double wall oven, 2 dishwashers, Sub-Zero refrigerator, 2 sinks and a fireside sitting area. The living room opens to a screened porch overlooking the private grounds. Outdoors, enjoy a heated in-ground pool with retractable cover, spa and stone fireplace surrounded by landscaping designed by Laura Bibler. A spectacular 2-story pool house offers living space, kitchenette, full bath and laundry with exciting ADU potential. A 3-car garage completes this exceptional property moments from downtown Andover. Easy access to routes 93 and the commuter rail to Boston.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Bancroft Elementary School | Doherty Middle School | Andover High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed $2,699,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Electric Baseboard,Natural Gas,Ductless |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ductless |
| Utilities | for Gas Range |
| Roof | Shingle,Rubber,Metal |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer |
| Zoning | SRB |
| Garage Spaces | 9 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Screened,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Colonial,Antique,Federal |
| Pool Features | In Ground,Pool - Inground Heated |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Exclusions | Sconces In Dining Room Are Excluded. |
| Year Built | 1850 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | M:00058 B:00008 L:00000,1839218 |
| Waterfront Features | 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public) |
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Stable(s),Golf,Medical Facility,Laundromat,Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Private School,Public School |
| County | Essex |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Phillips Academy |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Cabana |
| Total Rooms | 15 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Rt 28 or Main St to Salem St |
| High School | Andover High School |
| City | Andover |
| Disclosures | Cameras & recording devices. Some photos have been virtually enhanced. Room dimensions are for marketing purposes only. Public record states 4769. Approximately 748 sqr feet in pool house. Measured b |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 43560 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Spa Features | Private |
| Elementary School | Bancroft Elementary School |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Approximate |
| Tax Annual Amount | 20342 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Doherty Middle School |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Second |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1628700 |
| Tax Lot | 00000 |
| Certified Treated | Unknown |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bathroom - Half,Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Ceiling - Half-Vaulted,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Breakfast Bar / Nook,Lighting - Sconce,Beadboa |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Tile,Carpet,Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Flooring - Hardwood |
| Total Fireplaces | 7 |
| Fireplace Features | Dining Room,Family Room,Kitchen,Living Room |
| Kitchen Level | First |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Skylight |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 5517 |
| Half Baths | 3 |
| Laundry Features | Dryer Hookup - Electric,Flooring - Vinyl,Gas Dryer Hookup,Remodeled,Second Floor |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Living Room Level | First |
| LivingAreaSource | Other |
| Kitchen Features | Skylight,Beamed Ceilings,Recessed Lighting |
| Total Baths | 7 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Yes |
| Living Room Features | Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding |
| Bedroom 4 Features | Fireplace,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Bedroom 3 Features | Bathroom - Half,Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood |
| Bedroom 2 Features | Bathroom - Half,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Dining Room Features | Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail,Crown Molding |
| Kitchen Area | 260 |
| Kitchen Length | 20 |
| Kitchen Width | 13 |
| Primary on Main | 156 |
| Second Bedroom Length | 13 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 12 |
| Bedroom 3 Area | 182 |
| Bedroom 3 Length | 14 |
| Bedroom 3 Width | 13 |
| Bedroom 4 Area | 143 |
| Bedroom 4 Length | 13 |
| Bedroom 4 Width | 11 |
| Dining Room Area | 18 |
| Dining Room Width | 13 |
| Family Room Area | 375 |
| Family Room Length | 25 |
| Living Room Area | 567 |
| Living Room Length | 27 |
| Living Room Width | 21 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 240 |
| Primary Bedroom Features | Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 16 |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 15 |
| Family Room Width | 15 |
| Family Room Level | First |
| Family Room Features | Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access |
| Dining Room Level | First |
| Dining Room Area | 234 |
| Bedroom 5 Width | 10 |
| Bedroom 5 Level | Third |
| Bedroom 5 Length | 15 |
| Bedroom 5 Features | Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Bedroom 5 Area | 150 |
| Bedroom 4 Level | Second |
| Bedroom 3 Level | Second |
| Second Bedroom Level | Second |
| Bathroom 1 Level | First |
| Bathroom 2 Level | Second |
| Bathroom 3 Level | Second |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Porch - Screened,Patio,Pool - Inground,Pool - Inground Heated,Cabana,Hot Tub/Spa,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System,Garden,Other |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached,Storage,Workshop in Garage,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street |
| Lot Features | Level |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 11 |
| Lot Size Area | 1 |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Spa | Yes |
| Building Area Total | 5517 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 9 |
| Door Features | French Doors |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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