Meetinghouse Commons

Independent Assessment

Meetinghouse Commons is well-documented as a 55+ community: multiple independent condominium-focused directories (joes.homes, massneighborhoods.com, maloneyrealestate.com) all describe it consistently, and Massachusetts MLS listings for specific units explicitly describe them as 'deed restricted and age restricted' -- a materially stronger signal than a directory's marketing label alone, since it indicates the restriction is recorded against the property itself. The one unresolved point is total unit count: most sources describe 85 townhomes, while at least one source (a real-estate market-insights page) cites 88 units built across a longer 2005-2011 window. Pricing and HOA fee data were also thin; the one confirmed recent sale figure found (a unit that sold for $885,000) suggests a market-rate price point well above the town's affordable-unit pricing, but a reliable current price range or condo fee amount was not found.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want a townhome-style 55+ community with genuine deed-restricted age enforcement, set in a semi-rural, farm-adjacent stretch of North Andover, will find Meetinghouse Commons appealing -- particularly those who value orchard views and access to Smolak Farms' seasonal activities (hayrides, apple and pumpkin picking) over a denser, more urban setting. Its mix of market-rate and income-restricted affordable units may also interest buyers eligible for the town's affordable-housing lottery.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Meetinghouse Commons was built in stages, with most sources placing construction between roughly 2005 and 2011. Homes are a mix of attached townhomes (with one-car garages) and detached units (with two-car garages), generally in the 1,700-2,400 square foot range with two bedrooms, 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and granite-countertop kitchens with stainless steel appliances. The original homebuilder of record has not been independently confirmed.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Limited current pricing data was found for Meetinghouse Commons; the one specific recent sale figure found was $885,000 for a market-rate unit, suggesting a relatively high price point for the North Andover 55+ resale market, though buyers should not treat a single data point as representative. Separately, income-restricted affordable units at Meetinghouse Commons are priced and allocated through the town's deed-restricted resale program, at figures well below market rate, subject to a lottery and income-eligibility process. Buyers should request current market-rate and affordable-unit pricing directly from a local agent or the town's affordable-housing office.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

No evidence of ongoing new-construction sales at Meetinghouse Commons was found, and the community is treated as an established, resale-oriented product built out over roughly 2005-2011. Buyers should confirm current market-rate and affordable-unit availability directly with a local agent or the town's affordable-housing office.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes at Meetinghouse Commons are subject to Town of North Andover property tax administration; North Andover's residential tax rate was reported at approximately $11.24 per $1,000 of assessed value for FY2026. On a market-rate home priced near $885,000, that rate implies a property tax bill in the range of roughly $9,950 per year before any exemptions, though buyers should confirm the current rate with the North Andover Assessor's Office. The condominium association's master insurance coverage and any special-assessment history were not independently confirmed.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Meetinghouse Commons sits on roughly 32 acres of orchards, trees, and walking paths, giving residents a semi-rural, farm-adjacent setting unusual for a townhome community this close to major highways. The mix of attached and detached unit types gives buyers some choice between denser, lower-maintenance townhome living and more standalone-feeling detached units, both sharing the same association amenities and grounds.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Meetinghouse Commons is located in North Andover, Massachusetts, directly across the street from Smolak Farms, with easy access to Routes 495, 95, and 93 -- a well-connected location for reaching both the Merrimack Valley and the Greater Boston highway network. Buyers should confirm current drive times to specific medical facilities and shopping destinations from the exact unit address, since the community spans multiple internal streets (including Cortland Drive and Ciderpress Way).

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Massachusetts MLS listings for specific Meetinghouse Commons units explicitly describe them as 'deed restricted and age restricted,' indicating the 55+ restriction is recorded against the property itself rather than only marketed informally -- a stronger basis for presenting it as legally age-restricted 55+ than a directory listing alone. Meetinghouse Commons likely falls under Massachusetts's own registration-based over-55 exemption (M.G.L. c. 151B, § 4, paragraph 7), which requires biennial registration with the state housing agency and at least one resident 55 or older per unit, though the community's specific recorded declaration or verification procedure was not independently reviewed. Buyers should confirm the exact language and process directly with the condominium association before purchasing.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

A reliable current price range, HOA/condo fee amount, and the original developer/builder of record for Meetinghouse Commons could not be confirmed -- buyers should request all three directly from the association or a local agent before purchasing. The 85-versus-88-unit discrepancy across sources should also be resolved with the association or town records before relying on unit-count figures. Buyers interested in the income-restricted affordable units should confirm the town's current application and lottery process directly, since eligibility and availability change over time.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within North Andover, Meetinghouse Commons and Riverbend Crossing are both covered here; Meetinghouse Commons is distinguished by its larger scale (roughly 85-88 units versus Riverbend Crossing's 43), its mix of attached and detached townhome formats versus Riverbend's mid-rise condominium building, and its farm-adjacent setting near Smolak Farms versus Riverbend's riverside cul-de-sac location. Buyers choosing between the two are largely trading townhome-style privacy and more square footage (Meetinghouse Commons) against a more compact, all-one-level condominium lifestyle (Riverbend Crossing).

Current Listings

A connected local agent experienced with North Andover 55+ condominiums, or the town's affordable-housing office for income-restricted units, can provide current available Meetinghouse Commons listings.

How many homes are in Meetinghouse Commons?

Sources conflict modestly: most describe 85 townhomes, while at least one source cites 88 units built between 2005 and 2011. The discrepancy could not be reconciled; buyers should confirm the current count with the association.

Is Meetinghouse Commons legally age-restricted?

Yes. Massachusetts MLS listings for specific units describe them as deed restricted and age restricted for residents 55 and older, indicating the restriction is recorded against the property rather than only marketed informally.

Are there affordable units at Meetinghouse Commons?

Yes, the community includes income-restricted affordable units allocated through the town's deed-restricted lottery and application process, separate from its market-rate homes.

Where is Meetinghouse Commons located?

In North Andover, Massachusetts, directly across the street from Smolak Farms, with access to Routes 495, 95, and 93.