$995,000
About this home
A coveted Andover location, effortless one-level living, and a neighborhood that feels just right—welcome to 14 Forbes Lane. Set in a beautiful, walkable neighborhood close to renowned Phillips Academy and vibrant downtown Andover, this inviting ranch puts so much of what makes the community special within easy reach. Head downtown for dinner, meet friends for coffee, browse local shops, or simply enjoy a stroll through this picturesque area. Commuters will appreciate Ballardvale Station just 1.6 miles away, offering convenient rail service to Boston.Inside, a warm, refreshed interior feels comfortable and current, with a soft neutral paint palette, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors creating an easy backdrop for everyday living. Three bedrooms and 2.5 baths are complemented by a dedicated home office and first-floor laundry, while an attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience. A comfortable family room with gas fireplace offers an inviting place to gather and relax. Downstairs, an open and spacious game room with a wood-burning fireplace provides additional space for recreation, hobbies, or casual gatherings.Privately positioned within the home, the primary suite has received thoughtful attention, including custom-crafted closet doors and a beautifully updated bath with tiled shower, white oak vanity, brass fixtures, and stylish lighting.Just outside, a level backyard surrounded by established landscaping and colorful perennials offers wonderful space to entertain, garden, play, or unwind around the fire pit on a crisp New England evening. With highly regarded Andover schools, Phillips Academy and downtown nearby, easy access to Boston, and the simplicity of single-level living, 14 Forbes Lane brings together location, lifestyle, and everyday comfort in a setting that is hard to beat.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- MLS Property Information Network
- MLS #
- 73581304
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 36
- On market date
- September 23, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- 6
- Lot size
- 0.52 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.9:1
- District
- Andover
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student:teacher ratio
- 9.5:1
- District
- Andover
- Enrollment
- 1,679
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.1:1
- District
- Andover
Walkability
Blended score for Andover's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network. Last updated September 28, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.