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172 Brattle Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

7 beds
10 baths
7,737 sqft
14,826 sqft lot
$2,171 per sqft
1880 build
– on site

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

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Maggie Gold Seelig / MGS Group Real Estate LTD

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 3, 2025 •

MLS# 73342079 —

The Building

Year Built:

1880
Year Built Details:

Renovated Since
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Greek Revival
Construction Materials:

Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Patio
Door Features:

Insulated Doors
Window Features:

Insulated Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Security Features:

Security System
Building Area Total:

7737
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Owner

Interior

Rooms Total:

17
Interior Features:

Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

7737
Living Area Source:

Owner

Location

Directions:

Brattle Street between Lowell and Channing
Latitude:

42.376892
Longitude:

-71.135546

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:00239 L:00060,417404
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.34
Lot Size SqFt:

14826
Lot Size Acres:

0.34
Zoning:

A-1
Fencing:

Fenced
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

625
Tax Annual Amount:

71477.77
Tax Assessed Value:

10931400

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

7

Baths

Total Baths:

8.5
Total Baths:

10
Full Baths:

7
Half Baths:

3
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Green Energy Efficient:

Thermostat

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Attached
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$16,800,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$89,958
Taxes	$5,956
Insurance	$4,620
Utilities	$537 See report
Total	$101,071/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
3/6/25 Mar 6, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$16,800,000
4/18/23 Apr 18, 2023	Sold	MLSPIN
11/10/22 Nov 10, 2022	Pending	MLSPIN

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This house located in West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA 02138 is currently for sale for $16,800,000. 172 Brattle Street is a 7,737 square foot house with 7 beds and 10 baths that has been on Estately for 29 days. 172 Brattle Street is in the West Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge and has a WalkScore® of 74, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of High School Program Extension.

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