#73349570, Maggie Gold Seelig, Listing Office: MGS Group Real Estate LTD
$16,800,000 List price
172 Brattle St Cambridge, MA 02138
7 beds
7 full, 3 partial
7,737 sqft
0.3 acres
$2,171 / sqft
House
Property details
About 172 Brattle St
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
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Radiant, Heat Pump, Other, Radiant Floor, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s), Heat Pump, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Whole House Fan
Size7,737 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, On Street, Paved
MLS #73342079
Attached garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Engineered Hardwood
- Interior: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
- Total Bedroom Count: 7
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, On Street, Paved
- Exterior: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
- Architectural Style: Greek Revival
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Heat Pump, Other, Radiant Floor, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
- Cooling: Central Air, Multi Unit(s), Heat Pump, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Whole House Fan
- List Price: $16,800,000
- Price/SqFt: $2,171
- Annual Tax Amount: $30,255
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Corner Lot, Level
- Directions: Brattle Street between Lowell and Channing
- Year Built: 1880
- Living Area: 7,737 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
- MLS Number: 73342079
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: MGS Group Real Estate LTD
- Office Phone: (617) 714-4544
- Listing Agent: Maggie Gold Seelig
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Price information
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,110,700 | $30,255 |
| 2023 | $4,839,700 | $28,361 |
| 2022 | $4,343,400 | $25,713 |
| 2021 | $4,186,500 | $24,491 |
| 2020 | $3,993,500 | $22,963 |
| 2019 | $3,467,400 | $20,596 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
John M Tobin
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•197 Vassal Ln
7
Graham and Parks
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•44 Linnaean St
8
Haggerty
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•110 Cushing St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $142,500. Residents of Cambridge, MA typically earn $200k+ each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
21%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
36%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
50%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
30%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Art Museums
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Starbucks
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Mercedes
Audi
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 172 Brattle St
The listing price of 172 Brattle St property is $16,800,000.
The property 172 Brattle St is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138.
Active Listing: 172 Brattle St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 172 Brattle St are: John M Tobin (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Graham and Parks (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Haggerty (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Vassal Lane Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Rindge Avenue Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gardner Pilot Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cambridge Rindge and Latin (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Match Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $30,255 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 172 Brattle St has 7 bedrooms and 7 full and 3 half bathrooms.
The property 172 Brattle St is 7,737 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 172 Brattle St is 1880.
This home is located at 172 Brattle St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02138 in the West Cambridge neighborhood. This 7,737 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $16,800,000.
While more than 23 listings in Cambridge, MA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 5 listings sold at asking price, and more than 12 were sold below. In April 2025 in Cambridge, MA there were 23.6% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 25 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $1,194,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.