$819,900
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,122 sqft · 1.12 acre lot
278 Lake Rd, Andover, CT 06232
Single family · Built 1925 · $386/sqft ·
$5,330/mo est. payment
- Garage
- 2 cars
3D tourFlood factor 1/10
About this home
Rare Waterfront Retreat on Andover Lake Experience pure serenity in this beautifully remodeled 2,122 sq ft Cape centrally located on private Andover Lake. Set on 1.12 acres, one of the lake's largest lots, this property combines modern comfort with the peaceful charm of a lakeside retreat, offering panoramic water views! The main level features an open-concept layout with expansive windows framing the waterfront. The living, sitting, and dining areas flow into an updated kitchen equipped with granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. A sunroom entry and enclosed porch offer ideal spaces to unwind and access to private 11' x 16' deck. Also an expensive 18' x 20' deck extends directly off the living/great room, perfectly positioned to take in the panoramic views of lake and yard. The home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a home office, and a versatile den/craft room. Updated mechanicals, central AC, a 2-car garage, and an on-demand generator provide total peace of mind. Outside, the property boasts over 300' feet of direct waterfront and a private dock. A wrap-around deck and two decks overlook a gently sloping yard featuring perennial gardens, an apple tree, and a brook. Andover Lake is a pristine, non-motorized 155-159 acre private lake, ensuring a quiet environment for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing, plus winter ice skating. Located near local dining, state parks, and UConn, this rare paradise is ready for its next owner Home Warranty Andover has 2 associations you can join Andover Lake Property Owners Association Andover Lake Management Association
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 11' x 16'
- Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 13' x 9'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15' x 13'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 1 Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
- Primary Bedroom Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Other Dimensions: 8' x 13'
- Other Level: Main
- Living Room Dimensions: 10' x 25'
- Living Room Level: Main
- Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan, Pellet Stove, Hardwood Floor
- Basement Features: Partial, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Partial With Hatchway
- Office: Yes
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Auto garage door opener,open floor plan
Appliances
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
- Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Hot Air
- Heating Fuel: Propane
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 0
- Water Heaters: Tank Size Unknown
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 16' x 9'
- Dining Room Features: Sliders, Hardwood Floor
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 22' x 9'
- Kitchen Features: Remodeled,Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Double-Sink,Tile Floor
- Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Shed,fruit trees,wrap around deck,deck
- Deck: Yes
Schools
- 5
Andover Elementary School
elementary · K-6 · 1.2 mi
- 9
Rham High School
high · 9-12 · 3.4 mi
- 7
Rham Middle School
middle · 7-8 · 3.5 mi
Christ Lutheran School
elementary · K-1 · 4.5 mi
Price history
- Oct 15, 2026 · Listed$819,900
- Mar 30, 2009 · Sold$340,000
- Mar 20, 2009 · Listing Removed$397,000
- Mar 5, 2009 · Relisted$397,000
- Feb 23, 2009 · Listing Removed$397,000
- Feb 16, 2009 · Price Changed$397,000
- Sep 3, 2008 · Listed$450,000
Tax history
- 2026$13,953 tax · $441,840 assessed
- 2023$12,923 tax · $413,000 assessed
- 2022$13,179 tax · $413,000 assessed
- 2021$9,086 tax · $252,400 assessed
- 2020$9,063 tax · $254,500 assessed
- 2019$8,926 tax · $255,100 assessed
- 2018$8,661 tax · $255,100 assessed
- 2017$8,291 tax · $255,100 assessed
Home value
$636,000
- Collateral Analytics$636,000
- Quantarium$814,427
- Cotality$454,400
Where it is
Listed by Karen Martin · Century 21 AllPoints Realty · SMARTMLS
