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.
| MLS # | 73565423 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1850 |
| Days On Site | 39 |
| Listing Provided By | William Raveis R.E. & Home Services | The Deborah Lucci Team |
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 7 Total |
| SQ Feet | 5,517 |
| Garage | 9 |
| Basement | Y |
| Pool | Yes |
| Zoning | SRB |
| Acreage | 1.00 |
| Golf Course | Yes |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Rooms Total | 15 |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Ductless |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Ductless |
| Interior Features | 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, Beadboard, Bathroom, Game Room, Other |
| Window Features | Skylight |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
| Fireplace Features | Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total | 7 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Flooring | Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood |
| Exterior Features | Porch - Screened, Patio, Pool - Inground, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden, Other |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle, Rubber, Metal |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Lot Features | Level |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street |
| Open Parking Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | for Gas Range |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Annual Amount | 20342 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 1628700 |
| Tax Block | 00008 |
| Tax Lot | 00000 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Map Number | 00058 |
| 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, University |
|---|---|
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Essex |
| City | Andover |
| Zip Code | 01810 |
| Area | Essex |
| Community Name | Phillips Academy |
| School District | Andover High School |
| Elementary School | Bancroft Elementary School |
| High School | Andover High School |
| Listing VS Median (in Phillips Academy) | |
Price: $2,699,000 low | high Med: $2,699,000 sqft: 5,517 low | high Med: 5,517 $ / sqft: $489 low | high Med: $489 On site: 39 low | high Med: 39 | |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Essex |
| City | Andover |
| Zip Code | 01810 |
| Area | Essex |
| Community Name | Phillips Academy |
| School District | Andover High School |
| Elementary School | Bancroft Elementary School |
| High School | Andover High School |
| Listing VS Median (in Phillips Academy) | |
Price: $2,699,000 low | high Med: $2,699,000 sqft: 5,517 low | high Med: 5,517 $ / sqft: $489 low | high Med: $489 On site: 39 low | high Med: 39 | |