159 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

Cambridge
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159 Brattle Street,Cambridge, MA 02138
$4,950,000
  • 10 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 6,449 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: monahan barker team
Office: landvest, inc., ipswich
MLS#:73490272
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$4,950,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$767.56

About this home

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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Home facts

  • Year built:1685
  • Listing ID #:73490272
  • Updated:October 07, 2026 at 10:44 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:10
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:16
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:6,449 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Ductless
  • Heating:Ductless, Forced Air, Steam
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1685
  • Building area:6,449 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.41 Acres
  • Lot Features:Corner Lot
  • Architectural Style:Antique
  • Foundation Description:Stone

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$4,950,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$767.56
  • Tax amount:$46,860 (2025)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:5
  • Parking description:Detached
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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