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159 Brattle Street

Cambridge, MA 02138
  • $5,800,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • MLS #: 73490272
UPDATED: 3 min ago
$5,800,000
  • 10
    BEDS
  • 0.41
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 6,449
    SQFT
  • $899
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
County:

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Listing courtesy of Monahan Barker Team of LandVest, Inc., Ipswich.

Description

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.

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159 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA 02138

  • Price: $5,800,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • Updated: 3 min ago
  • MLS #: 73490272
10
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.41
Acres
6,449
SQFT
$899
$/SQFT
Neighborhood:
West Cambridge
County:
Middlesex
Area:
West Cambridge
Property Description
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.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Antique Attached Garage YN No Carport YN No Color Tan Covered Spaces 2 Garage YN Yes Lot Features Corner Lot Parking Features Detached Parking Total 5 Property Attached YN No Road Frontage Type PublicPrivate Road Spa YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Basement Unfinished Building Area Total 6449 Cooling Central AirDuctless Cooling YN Yes Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 5 Foundation Details Stone Heating Forced AirSteamDuctless Heating YN Yes Lead Paint Unknown Master Bathroom Features No Rooms Total 16

Property Features

Association YN No Disclosures Preservation easement held by Massachusetts Historical Commission. House is sited within the Old Cambridge Historic District. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. See broker re: agreement with neighbor. Home Warranty YN No Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Tax Annual Amount 46860.46 Tax Year 2025 Water Source Public Year Built Details Approximate Year Round Yes Zoning A-1

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Listing provided courtesy of Monahan Barker Team of LandVest, Inc., Ipswich: 617-680-6895.


The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein. Data last updated 2026-06-16T17:04:20.607.
 
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