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  • $16,800,000

    172 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138

    7beds
    7,737sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1880
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $16,030,700 Zestimate®
    $2,171/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Modern convenienceSpa-like bathFamily roomAdjacent family roomHistoric charmBeautiful yardGuest suite
    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
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 03, 2025 at 01:02pm

    Listed by:

    Maggie Gold Seelig,

    MGS Group Real Estate LTD

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73342079
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 7
    • Bathrooms: 10
    • Full bathrooms: 7
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    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
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Engineered Hardwood
    • Doors: Insulated Doors
    • Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
    • Basement: Full,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 7,737
    • Total interior livable area: 7,737 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 5,265
    • Finished area below ground: 2,472

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, On Street, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres
    • Features: Corner Lot, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:00239 L:00060,417404
    • Zoning: A-1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Greek Revival
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Conventional (2x4-2x6)
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
    • Roof: Shingle,Rubber,Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1880

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Sidewalks
    • Security: Security System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $2,171/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $10,931,400
    • Annual tax amount: $71,477
    • Date on market: 3/21/2025
    • Road surface type: Paved
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