




3 Buchan Rd, Andover, MA, 01810
About This Home
Set on a rare, expansive lot abutting Ward Reservation, this exceptional home offers privacy, scale & proximity—minutes to Phillips Academy, downtown & highway access to Boston. A thoughtfully designed layout centers around a large kitchen w/ updated cabinetry, counters & appliances, blending classic colonial character w/ refined modern updates. The primary suite has been elevated to spa-like levels w/ steam shower, soaking tub & custom closets. The garage was redone under current ownership w/ great room above, mudroom & architectural cupola adding presence. Amazing lower level offers excellent entertaining space, gaming areas, walkout & two bonus rooms. The yard is the showstopper—expansive, dreamlike & designed for both everyday living & gatherings, w/ sweeping lawn, mature trees, curated landscaping, lighting, custom treehouse, zip line, grateful shed & composite deck w/ hot tub. All within the sought-after Bancroft & Doherty districts, a truly special home.
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Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled,Remodeled
- Year built: 1974
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 35
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Steam / Sauna, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 255
Bathroom3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
Bedroom4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 165
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 224
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Window Seat
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 450
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s),Recessed Lighting,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Sconce,Great Room,Game Room,Bonus Room,Mud Room,Bathroom,Wet Bar,Other
- Door features: French Doors
- Window features: Skylight(s),Bay/Bow/Box,Picture,Screens
- Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet,Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Flooring - Vinyl,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,235
- Finished area above ground: 3,499
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Oil
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,734
- Total interior livable area: 4,734 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 198
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 252
Master Bathroom
- Features: Yes
Master Bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1835558
- Zoning: SRC
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite,Rain Gutters,Hot Tub/Spa,Storage,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System,Decorative Lighting,Screens,Garden,Stone Wall,Other,Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Waterfront features: Stream
Lot
- Lot size: 1.02 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac,Wooded,Easements,Cleared,Gentle Sloping,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 8
