Phillips Academy Home for Sale

Phillips Academy neighborhood in Andover is named after the prestigious boarding school established in 1778. This area is about 1 mile from Downtown Andover, providing easy access to local restaurants and stores. The neighborhood is known for its highly rated schools, including Phillips Academy, Andover Public Schools, Bancroft Elementary School, Andover West Middle School, and Andover High School. The area is safer than the national average, with a low crime risk. Homes range from centuries-old Colonials and farmhouses near the school to early 20th-century New Englanders and new traditional houses from the early 2000s. The Phillips Academy campus features attractions such as the Cochran Wildlife Sanctuary and the Addison Gallery of American Art. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at nearby nature preserves like the Charles W. Ward Reservation. Dining options include Elm Square Oyster Co., Uburger, and Palmers Restaurant and Tavern. Grocery stores like Whole Foods and Stop & Shop are about 2 miles away, with Walmart and Target around 5 miles distant. Community events include the New England Summer Classic Car Show, Downtown Andover Summer Music Series, and Andover Day. Transportation options include state Route 125, Interstate 93, Merrimack Valley Transit buses, and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Commuter Rail Haverhill Line, with Boston Logan International Airport about 25 miles away.