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$2,750,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 5,150 Sq. Ft.
  • 2.32 Acres
  • 6 Car Garage
  • Updated 2 days ago
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Welcome to 56 Central Street. Standing prominently in the heart of Andover on one of the Globe's "Best Streets in Greater Boston," the George Abbott House is a stunning RENOVATED 1796 Georgian-style estate on 2.32 private acres. In addition to the residence, this property features a restored circa1660 Granary, now a two-car garage, and a restored circa1850 Dutch barn. Boasting 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, this gracious 5000+ sf home blends modern luxury with historic charm. Perfect for entertaining, the newly renovated and expanded chef's kitchen, butler's pantry, bar, 3/4 bath, mudroom and patio integrate seamlessly with the original floor plan which was meticulously restored/updated in 2004,2017 & 2022 to historic specifications. Period details include 8 fireplaces, soaring ceilings, Victorian millwork, wrap around screen/sun porch, original wide plank flooring, "Indian" shutters, and countless others. Minutes to Phillips Academy and downtown Andover.

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General

  • Price: $2,750,000
  • Taxes: $27,625 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73491061
  • Updated: 3/29/2026
  • Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, 3/4 Bath, Home Office, Mud Room, Bonus Room, Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 8
  • Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 5
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Hardwood Flooring, First
  • Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Bathroom Double Vanity/Double Sink, T, Second
  • Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Second

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bedroom: Yes, Second
  • Bedroom 2: Full Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Second
  • Bedroom 3: 3/4 Bathroom, Fireplace, Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Second
  • Bedroom 4: 3/4 Bathroom, Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Second

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Main, First
  • Family Room: Beamed Ceilings, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Concrete, Main, First
  • Kitchen: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Picture Window(s), Pantry, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Window Seat, Main, First
  • Dining Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, First
  • Office: Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, First
  • Laundry: Second Floor

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security System

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Color: Yellow

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 6
  • Total Spaces: 12
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Barn, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Location

  • County: Essex
  • Driving Directions: Main Street to Central Street

School Information

  • Elementary School: Bancroft
  • Middle School: Doherty
  • High School: Ahs

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating Zones: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Georgian
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Square Feet: 5,150
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
  • Year Built: 1796

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 2.32
  • Lot Dimensions: 2.32
  • Frontage: Public
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Level

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $533.98
  • Tax Amount: $27,625
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: A portion of the land is under a conservation easement
  • Property ID: 1840064
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Schools serving 56 Central St

School District:Andover School District, Andover, MA
NameGradesDistance
Bancroft Elementary School
15 Bancroft Road, Andover, MA 01810
K-51.3 mi
Andover West Middle School
70 Shawsheen Road, Andover, MA 01810
6-80.7 mi
Andover High School
80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, MA 01810
9-120.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 56 Central St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
Source
3/24/2026
Listed
$2,750,000
41.03%
MLS
6/28/2004
Sold
$1,950,000
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Tax History for 56 Central St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$24,878
4%
$1,931,500
11%
2023
$23,863
7%
$1,746,900
15%
2022
$22,242
4%
$1,523,400
9%
2021
$21,351
4%
$1,396,400
2%
2020
$20,493
1%
$1,365,300
3%
2019
$20,295
5%
$1,329,100
7%
2018
$19,401
4%
$1,240,500
1%
2017
$18,577
2%
$1,223,800
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2016
$18,137
4%
$1,223,800
5%
2015
$17,467
-2%
$1,166,800
-1%
2014
$17,846
—
$1,175,600
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56 Central St., Andover, MA 01810 (MLS# 73491061) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 56 Central St. is currently listed for $2,750,000 and was received on March 24, 2026. This property is listed by Kara Ross from our Andovers-Readings Regional Office.Want to learn more about 56 Central St.? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Andover? You can browse all Andover real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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