56 Central St.

Taxes: $27,625 (2025)

About this home

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 (2023) integrate seamlessly with the original floor plan which was meticulously restored/updated in 2004 & 2017 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.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Single Wide, Georgian

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Hot Air Gravity

Type

Detached

Flooring

Tile, Concrete, Hardwood

Road type

Public

Appliances

Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator - Wine Storage

Master Bath

Yes

Roof

Aluminum

Garage

Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Barn

Lot

Wooded, Easements, Level

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Stone/Gravel

Basement

Full, Interior Access

Exterior

Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden Area, Stone Wall

Interior

Security System, Cable Available, Walk-up Attic