Situated between Appleton St & Riedesel Ave, this grand & prominent center entrance 7+ bed, 6.5 bath home was originally built in c.1803 has been painstakingly restored, elegantly modernized and expertly crafted for modern living. Ideally sited on a maturely landscaped 22,500+ sq ft lot, this gracious home rests behind an elegant white fence with antique walkways and restored balustrade. Welcomed onto the formal foyer by a graceful staircase, hardwood floors, restored period details and abundant natural light throughout. A large living room offers a fireplace, custom built-ins, and large winnows that overlook the front and side yards. A well placed banquet sized formal dining room offers a butlers door into the kitchen and a fireplace of its own. A sparkling eat in kitchen is complete with top-of-the-line appliances, large center island, two pantries, & a mudroom. Exquisitely finished lower level with 2 level wine storage, gym, media room, steam shower, & sauna! Oversized 1 Car Garage
For sale
$15,800,000
153 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138
7beds
9,473sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1803
0.52 Acres Lot
$15,169,100 Zestimate®
$1,668/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Steam showerCenter entranceEat in kitchenHardwood floorsRestored period detailsExquisitely finished lower levelMedia room
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 19, 2025 at 03:53am
Listed by:
Michael Harper 617-480-3938,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73444242
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 9
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,473
- Total interior livable area: 9,473 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,097
- Finished area below ground: 2,376
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: M:00223 L:00015,416187
- Zoning: A-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Year built: 1803
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,668/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $15,634,300
- Annual tax amount: $99,278
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
Estimated market value
$15,169,100
$14.41M - $15.93M
$7,860/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $15,800,000+49.1%$1,668/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73444242 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2011 | Sold | $10,600,000+82.9%$1,119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2003 | Sold | $5,794,551$612/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $99,278 +12.5% | $15,634,300 +4.9% |
| 2024 | $88,233 +11.1% | $14,904,200 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $79,451 +9.2% | $13,558,200 +10.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$80,095/mo
Principal & interest
$61267
Property taxes
$13298
Home insurance
$5530
Climate risks
Neighborhood: West Cambridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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