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Set amongst the stately residences of West Cambridge, this Tudor/Shingle style home, built around 1895, is the perfect marriage of timeless architectural character & modern sophistication. Completely renovated, while keeping intact the original details, like grand wooden entry door, floor to ceiling windows & awe-inspiring millwork, this pristine home offers approximately 9,594 SF of elegant living space set across 4 floors. A pristine chef’s kitchen with island seating & casual dining area provide great space for family gatherings, while the grand, open formal living/dining/foyer area is perfect for entertaining. A comfortable family room and separate den flow effortlessly to the outdoors and connect to a double mudroom with abundant storage. The upper levels host 5 bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. The lower level, with exterior access, finishes off the home, complete with billiard area and new wet bar, playroom, media room, gym, and sauna. Other features include: 9' ceilings; hardwood floors and detailed tiled flooring; 8 fireplaces; geothermal heat and much more. Enjoy private outdoor space with fenced-in yard, sport court, outdoor kitchen, and covered porch overlooking the lush backyard. A separate, heated and oversized 2 car garage with driveway provides ample parking. Situated on a rare 0.41-acre corner lot in a highly sought-after tree-lined neighborhood, it's just moments from Harvard Square and Charles River. A timeless beauty in its own private setting, yet still close to the bustle of the city and all it has to offer, this property has it all!

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms5
  • Mls StatusBack on Market
  • Bathroom8
  • Lot Features Corner Lot
  • Parcel Number 417334

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $18,213,000
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$125,105

School Information

  • High School Cambridge Rindge & Latin Schoo
  • Elementary SchoolMaria L. Baldwin School
  • Junior HighRindge Ave Upper School

Parking

  • Parking Spaces4
  • Covered Spaces 2
  • Garage YN Yes
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features
    • Carriage Shed
    • Detached
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Heated Garage
    • Off Street
    • Paved
    • Paved Drive
    • Storage

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 6.5
  • Bedroom 2 18 x 17
  • Bedroom 3 17 x 15
  • Bedroom 4 18 x 12
  • Bedroom 5 18 x 15
  • Dining Room Main,17 x 16
  • Family Room Main,22 x 19
  • Full Bath5
  • Half Baths3
  • Kitchen Main,22 x 19
  • Living Room Main,24 x 17
  • Master Bedroom 22
  • Office Main,18 x 12

Basic Information

  • List Price$14,000,000
  • MLS Number73487660
  • Modification Date10/14/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Location

  • NeighborhoodWest Cambridge
  • SubdivisionWest Cambridge
  • Address157 Brattle Street
  • Building Number157
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetBrattle Street
  • TownCambridge
  • Zip02138

Building

  • BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplaces Total 8
  • FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
  • Garage Spaces2
  • Patio And Porch Features Porch, Patio, Covered
  • Property StyleTudor, Shingle
  • Rooms14
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
  • Window Features Window(s) - Picture
  • Year Built1895
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.41

Interior

  • Flooring Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features
    • Cable Hookup
    • High Speed Internet Hookup
    • Laundry Chute
    • Office
    • Recessed Lighting
    • Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
    • Sitting Room
    • Wet Bar

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • Covered Patio/Deck
    • Decorative Lighting
    • Fenced Yard
    • Patio
    • Porch
    • Professional Landscaping
    • Rain Gutters
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage
  • Fencing Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Geothermal
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet12,704
  • Building Area Source Other
  • Living Area 12,704
  • Lot Size Square Feet 17,902
  • Lot Size Units Acres

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedRange, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood

Other

  • Date Listed03/17/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count22

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Listed by Cort LaBonte Coldren Coopersmith Group of Compass

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