$16,800,000

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

  • 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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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $142,500. The majority of Cambridge, MA residents have income $200k+ annually. Most 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 TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 172 Brattle St

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 16 listings in Cambridge, MA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 16 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Cambridge, MA between February and March 2025 increased by 38.6%. Listings spent 40 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $1,194,375 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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