159 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
10
Bed
3
Bath
6,449Sqft
0.41Acre(Lot)
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, w
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Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Total Bedroom: 10 -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Steam, Ductless Cooling: Central Air, Ductless WaterSource: Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1685 Basement: Unfinished -
Exterior Features
Foundation Details: Stone
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Lot Information
Lot Description: Corner Lot Lot Size Area: 0.41 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 18,012 Lot Acres: 0.41 Main Square Feet: 0.41Property Information
Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family ResidenceStyle: Antique SQ ft (Living Area): 6,449
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Listing Price Information
Original Listing Price: $5800000
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: M:00238 L:00010,417335 Annual Tax: $46860.46
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Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2 Has Garage: Yes Parking Total: 5 Detached
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Location Information
Direction: Brattle Street and Kennedy Road
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