Merrimack Valley · Town guide
Living in Andover, MA.
A high-demand suburb with two commuter rail stations, a walkable downtown, Phillips Academy, and one of the higher medians in the Merrimack Valley.
Andover at a glance
- Median single-family
- $1,210,000
- ▲ 13.0% vs. last year
- Median condo
- $525,000
- ▲ 6.2% vs. last year
- Days on market
- 31
- single-family, year to date
- Sale vs. original list
- 103.5%
- single-family, year to date
- Residential tax rate
- $12.31
- per $1,000, FY2026
- Population
- 36,927
- 2024 Census estimate, +1.0% since 2020
- To Boston
- 21 mi
- straight line to City Hall
- MBTA rail & ferry
- Commuter rail
Andover market · August 2026 year to date
The numbers, before the opinions.
| Measure | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $1,210,000 | $525,000 |
| Change vs. last year | ▲ 13.0% | ▲ 6.2% |
| Sales closed | 161 | 69 |
| Median days on market | 31 | 48 |
| Sale price vs. original list | 103.5% | 97.5% |
| For sale at month end | 47 | 20 |
| Months of supply | 2.2 | 2.3 |
Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Andover Local Market Update (PDF, opens in a new tab) (MLS PIN data). Year-to-date figures except homes for sale and months of supply, which are for the latest month. A town median is a starting point; the right price is street by street.
Side by side · August 2026 year to date
How does Andover compare with nearby towns?
| Town | Median single-family | Median condo | Days on market | Tax rate (FY2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andover | $1,210,000 ▲ 13.0% | $525,000 | 31 | $12.31 |
| North Andover | $1,005,000 ▲ 10.6% | $412,000 | 34 | $11.24 |
| Lawrence | $535,000 ▼ 2.7% | $325,000 | 32 | $8.64 |
| Methuen | $600,000 ▼ 3.2% | $418,000 | 33 | $10.40 |
| Tewksbury | $760,000 ▲ 2.4% | $528,500 | 30 | $12.56 |
| Wilmington | $795,000 ▲ 3.9% | $643,750 | 28 | $11.41 |
Year-to-date medians from each town's MAR Local Market Update; tax rates per $1,000 from the Mass. Division of Local Services. Nearby = closest town centers among the towns I cover.
Town guide
What it's like to live in Andover.
What is it like to live in Andover?
Andover is one of the most sought-after suburbs in the Merrimack Valley, with a walkable downtown, historic homes near Phillips Academy, and extensive conservation land.
It's also a major employer hub, with office parks along I-93 and I-495.
What are Andover's neighborhoods like?
A quick orientation, not a ranking:
| Area | What it's like | Worth a look if you want |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown | Main Street shops, restaurants, and the train | Walkability |
| Shawsheen Village | A historic planned village with distinctive architecture | Character and history |
| Ballardvale | A village center with its own rail stop | A small-village feel with rail |
| West Andover | More suburban, larger lots | Space and newer homes |
What does housing look like in Andover?
Andover is mostly single-family, from historic homes near downtown to large newer colonials, with condos and townhomes in some areas.
How is the commute from Andover to Boston?
Andover has two commuter rail stations on the Haverhill Line, Andover and Ballardvale. I-93 and I-495 pass through town.
Where do people spend time in Andover?
- Downtown Andover's Main Street
- Phillips Academy's campus and Addison Gallery of American Art
- Harold Parker State Forest nearby and extensive town conservation land
What should buyers and sellers know about Andover?
- Homes near downtown and the stations carry a premium.
- Inventory is limited at popular price points; be ready to move.
For public school information, see the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's school and district profiles (Andover Public Schools).
Questions people actually ask.
Does Andover have a train to Boston?
Yes. Andover has two commuter rail stations, Andover and Ballardvale, on the Haverhill Line.
Is Andover expensive?
It's one of the higher-priced towns in the Merrimack Valley; its median single-family price is shown above.
MBTA stations in Andover
- Commuter rail: Andover, Ballardvale (Haverhill Line)
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What is the median home price in Andover, MA?
The median single-family sale price in Andover was $1,210,000 for August 2026 year to date, compared with $1,071,000 for the same period a year earlier. The median condo sold for $525,000. Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MLS PIN data).
How fast are homes selling in Andover?
Single-family homes that sold in Andover during August 2026 year to date spent a median of about 31 days on market and sold for 103.5% of their original list price on average, according to MAR.
What is the property tax rate in Andover, MA?
Andover's FY2026 residential property tax rate is $12.31 per $1,000 of assessed value (Massachusetts Division of Local Services). On a home assessed at the median single-family sale price, that's roughly $14,900 a year; your actual bill depends on the assessed value.
Is there public transit from Andover to Boston?
Yes. MBTA service in Andover: commuter rail: Andover, Ballardvale (Haverhill Line). Check the MBTA's current schedules for times.
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More Merrimack Valley towns
- Haverhill
- Lowell
- Lawrence
- Methuen
- North Andover
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Sources: market figures, Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Local Market Update (data: MLS PIN; © ShowingTime Plus); tax rate, Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Municipal Databank, Tax Rates by Class; population, U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates for cities and towns; stations, MBTA (V3 API); distance, OpenStreetMap Nominatim (town center); miles are straight-line to Boston City Hall. Numbers retrieved 2026-09-25.