172 Brattle Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$15,700,000
Est. $85,544/month
7
Beds
8.5
Baths
7,737
Sq Ft
$2,029
Price/Sq Ft
0.34
Acres
1880
Year Built
275
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$1,100,000 Listed Mar 6, 2025 • MLS# 73342079 Copied!

About this home

Modern luxury meets history in this completely renovated home on coveted Brattle St in Harvard Square. Completely transformed by a local respected builder, this property seamlessly blends historic charm w/ modern convenience in its impeccable design and finishes. The main floor offers a grand staircase, high ceilings, spacious living and dining rooms, chef's kitchen w/ top appliances and adjacent family room, an oversized mudroom off the attached garage and 2 half baths. The 2nd level has a luxurious primary suite w/ spa-like bath and gracious dressing room, 5 ensuite bedrooms (or offices) and a large laundry room. The top floor hosts a versatile office/loft space and a half bath. The lower level is fully equipped w/ a gym, game room, family room, full bath, ample storage and guest suite w/ direct exterior access. The outdoor and indoor spaces blend seamlessly for easy living, w/ a spacious patio and beautiful yard designed by a celebrated landscape architect. A true Harvard Square gem

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
7
Half Bathrooms
3
Living Area
7,737 sq ft
Total Rooms
17

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 7,737 sq ft
Lot Size 0.34 acres
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 7
Half Baths 3
Total Rooms 17

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Heat Pump, Hydro Air, Hydronic Floor Heat(radiant), Energy Star Qualified Equipment, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Cooling Central Air, 3 Or More, High Seer Heat Pump (12+), Energy Star Qualified Equipment, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp), Whole House Fan
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Finished
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Sauna/steam/hot Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired For Sound, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Architecture Greek Revival
Roof Shingle, Rubber, Metal
Features Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, On Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $71,478
Assessed Value $10,931,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
Interior Features: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Greek Revival
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Roof: Shingle, Rubber, Metal
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Heat Pump, Hydro Air, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Heating Zones: 10
Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More, High Seer Heat Pump (12+), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Whole House Fan
Cooling Zones: 10
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, On Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Sidewalks

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Neighborhood

172 Brattle Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 6, 2025
$15,700,000
Original listing
Agent: Maggie Gold Seelig Office: MGS Group Real Estate LTD

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 6, 2025 New Listing Added $15,700,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
275 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,029
Total Price Drop
-$1,100,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $71,478 $10,931,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$71,478
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$10,931,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Maggie Gold Seelig
Listing Office MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Agent MLS ID CT003644
Office MLS ID AN0499
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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