Why Live in Andover
Andover features suburban streets like Tranquility Road and Old Creamery Road, with homes set back on lawns and driveways leading to attached garages. The neighborhood showcases a variety of home styles, including split-levels with three or four bedrooms, two-bedroom ranch-style homes, and larger colonials from the 2000s with up to five bedrooms. Residents enjoy two local parks: Sunset Vista Park, ideal for passive recreation, and the larger Andover Borough Park, which offers a playground and athletic facilities. Main Street, also known as U.S. Route 206, is the hub for retail and dining, featuring spots like Andover Diner, Café Pierrot, and Vinny & Son Pizza. Grocery shopping is conveniently located in nearby Newton. Community events are frequent, with highlights including a Memorial Day Wreath Ceremony, community-wide garage sales, and holiday decorating contests. Route 206 provides easy access to commuter paths, with a 90-minute drive to New York City via Interstate 80. Cyclists and hikers can explore the Sussex Branch Trail, and a commuter rail is expected by 2026. Students attend highly rated schools such as Long Pond School for fifth to eighth grade and Newton High, known for its diverse extracurricular activities.
Home Trends in Andover, NJ
On average, homes in Andover, NJ sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Andover, NJ over the last 12 months is $395,000, up 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$395,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
37%