159 Brattle Street Cambridge MA 02138 MLS #73490272

159 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA, 02138
$5,800,000
10 Beds
2.5 Baths
6,449 SqFt
0.41 Acres
$5,800,000
159 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA, 02138
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.

Property Details

Price:
$5,800,000
MLS #:
73490272
Status:
Active
Beds:
10
Baths:
2.5
Address:
159 Brattle Street
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
westcambridge
City:
Cambridge
Listed Date:
Mar 23, 2026
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
6,449
Total Sq Ft:
6,449
ZIP:
02138
Lot Size:
18,012 sqft / 0.41 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1685

Schools

Interior

Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air, Ductless
Fireplaces Total
5
Heating
Forced Air, Steam, Ductless

Exterior

Architectural Style
Antique
Parking Features
Detached
Parking Spots
5

Financial

Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$46,860
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Marie Andrews

Marie Andrews

Realtor®, Broker/Owner, GBREB, Notary Public

Marie Andrews is an award-winning, licensed real estate broker with licenses in Massachusetts and Florida. She has been selling real estate in the greater Boston area for over 20 years. Over the past two decades, Marie has worked for Century 21 Advanced Realty, building a reputation as a multi-million dollar producer. She has developed an extensive network of investors, lenders, and attorneys. Marie has a wide knowledge base on property management, Massachusetts real estate law, and building…

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