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Cambridge 02138 West Cambridge
159 Brattle Street
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$4,950,000
↓ $850K (14.7%)
● House - For Sale

159 Brattle Street

Cambridge, MA 02138
bedrooms
10 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
6,449 Ft²
$28,211
Est. Monthly

About This Property

The iconic Hooper-Lee-Nichols House, built c.1685 and recognized as the second-oldest home in Cambridge, now seeks its next chapter. The three-story Georgian structure is distinguished by its central chimney and balanced proportions. Set on an expansive 18,012± sq. ft parcel, the house is sited well back from the street with a detached carriage house/garage accessed from Kennedy Road. Today it stands as the headquarters of History Cambridge and though it is currently configured for office use, future owners will have the opportunity to reimagine the interiors as a grand private home. The property is protected by historic preservation measures ensuring its integrity for generations to come. An easement held by the Massachusetts Historical Commission safeguards important interior features, while its location within the Old Cambridge Historic District safeguards the exterior. The Hooper-Lee-Nichols House is an invitation to stewardship-an opportunity to carry forward a 340-year legacy.
Unit Size
6,449 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.41 acres
Price per sqft
$768
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$3,905
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1700

Listed By

Monahan Barker Team
LandVest, Inc., Ipswich

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Last updated: 8 days ago (MLSPIN #73490272)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 21, 2026 Price Decreased $4,950,000
↓ $850K (14.7%)
Price Decreased
Mar 23, 2026 Listed by LandVest, Inc., Ipswich $5,800,000
Listed by LandVest, Inc., Ipswich

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Rooms: 16
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces: 5
Basement: Unfinished
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 6449
Architectural Style: Antique
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1685
Building Area Total: 6449
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Area: 0.41
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Lot Size Square Feet: 18012
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $7,379,600
Tax Annual Amount: $46,860
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air, Ductless
Heating Type: Forced Air, Steam, Ductless
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1700
  • Effective Year Built: 1700
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 1
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 2
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 18
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 13
  • Floor Count: 300
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 2,648
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18,012
  • Total Building Area: 7,888
  • Gross Building Area: 10,980
  • Building Area: 7,888
  • Building Area Measurement: T

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 7,888
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: E
  • Land Acres: 0000000413
  • Standard Land Use Code: 9110
  • County Land Use Code: 950

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Cambridge School District
  • Census Tract: 354200

Zoning

  • Zoning: A-1

Geography

  • Parcel: CAMB M:00238 L:00010
  • Lot: 10
  • Municipality: CAMBRIDGE
  • Latitude: 42.3776
  • Longitude: -71.1342

    Address

  • Full Address: 159 Brattle St
  • Address - House Number: 159
  • Address - Street Name: Brattle
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Cambridge
  • Carrier Code: C055
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3303
  • Zip Code: 02138

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $0

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $7,099,600
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,789,100
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $5,310,500
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About West Cambridge

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$1,650,000

Sale Price/ft²

$929

Below Asking

0.02%

Average Days on Market

71

Average Home Size

3149 ft²

Average Home Age

118.8 years

Currently For Sale

28 Listings
Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Last Updated: 8 days ago
Data Source: MLS PIN, MLS# 73490272

Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 159 Brattle Street built and last sold?
The property at 159 Brattle Street was built in 1700 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 159 Brattle Street is $4,999,500.
What are some comparable homes to 159 Brattle Street?
There are currently no comparable homes to 159 Brattle Street.
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