Luxury Homes

Robert Urich’s former Andover home hits the market for $9.7 million

It's the highest-priced residential listing to date in the town.

Courtesy of Remark Visions

May 30, 2025

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You don’t have to be a private eye to know this is a legendary piece of real estate.

24 Phillips St. in Andover, the former home of “Spenser: For Hire” star Robert Urich, is officially on the market for $9.7 million, making it the highest-priced residential listing to date in Andover.

Built in 1890 and originally known as the Dove-Hayes estate, the six-bed, 10-bath (six full, four half) property, which measures 10,500 square feet, belonged to Urich while he filmed the show, which ran from 1985 to 1988.

Henry Gourdeau of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, who has the listing, attended Phillips Academy and lived in a dorm backing up to the property while Urich was living there.

“I’m not sure I realized it in time, but everybody in town who’s old enough knows it as the Robert Urich house,” Gourdeau explained.

While the home has undergone significant updates to improve its day-to-day functions, it maintains the original historic character, which is visible through features such as stunning crown molding, wood paneling, and the impeccable marble foyer with a grand staircase.

“The house just kind of shines with all its original character,” said Gourdeau. “It’s a pretty special place.”

Climb the stunning curbed staircase to the second level, which is home to the unique great room. A fun space that’s anchored by a stone fireplace under beamed wooden ceilings, its oversized windows stream in natural light, and a bar area is great for guests.

The primary suite has every amenity one could dream of, including a cozy fireplace. While the home exudes a historic elegance, one of the most modernized spaces in the entire home is the primary bathroom, equipped with a walk-through shower that divides the two sides of the sprawling bathroom. A dressing room and walk-in closet complete the space.

There is also a third floor, equipped with plenty of extra bedrooms and bathroom space.

A unique feature is the carriage house, which is tucked by the entrance of the property. While the first level currently functions as a gym, the upstairs is ideal as a studio or guest suite. It features a beamed ceiling, hardwood floors, bright windows, and a bathroom.

Set on just under 15 acres of land abutting Phillips Academy, the beautifully manicured property features rolling green lawns, a fountain, and a walled-off garden area with a gazebo that’s a special touch to the flawless landscape. A 25-yard lap pool with starting blocks sits in front of the pool house, a laid-back spot with dual sliding doors that open up to the pool front. It also has a laundry room, wash room, and shower room. Ideal for entertaining, the outdoor area features a fire pit and wraparound IPE decks.