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Set in a sought-after South Hingham neighborhood, the historic Benjamin Hersey House circa 1810 is a timeless antique rich in character & history. This charming 5-bedroom, 4-bath home offers over 3,100 sf of living space across three levels, blending period details with comfortable everyday living. Classic antique features include 5 fireplaces, wide plank pine floors, original millwork, rustic beams & built-ins throughout. Spacious kitchen features a dining area with a built-in window seat, walk in pantry & French doors overlooking the pastoral backyard. Additional highlights include formal living & dining room with charming butlers pantry, cozy den with rustic beams & a sun-filled family room addition with a first-floor full bath & laundry. The 2nd floor offers 4 bedrooms & 2 full baths while the 3rd floor provides a private guest or au pair suite. Convenient to Route 3, Derby Street Shops & the commuter rail. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Hingham history & make it your own!
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Basic Information
- Bedrooms5
- Mls StatusNew
- Bathroom4
- Lot Features Level
- Parcel Number M:182 B:0 L:8,1036883
- Road Frontage DescriptionPaved
Tax Information
- Tax Assessed Value $1,234,000
- Tax Year 2025
- Taxes$13,191
School Information
- High School Hingham High
- Elementary SchoolSouth
- High SchoolHingham
- Junior HighHingham Middle
Parking
- Parking Spaces7
- Covered Spaces 2
- Garage YN Yes
- Open Parking YN Yes
- Parking Features Attached, Paved Drive
Rooms
- Bathroom 1 First
- Bathroom 2 Second
- Bathroom 3 Second
- Bathrooms Total Decimal 4
- Bedroom 2 Second,13.1 x 16.4
- Bedroom 3 Second,10.1 x 10.1
- Bedroom 4 Second,8.9 x 10.7
- Bedroom 5 Third,18.11 x 12.3
- Dining Room First,14.8 x 16.4
- Family Room First,18.8 x 19.3
- Full Bath4
- Kitchen First
- Living Room First,16.11 x 16.4
- Master Bedroom Second,14.1
Basic Information
- List Price$1,399,000
- MLS Number73517956
- Modification Date05/13/2026
- Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
Location
- NeighborhoodSouth Hingham
- SubdivisionSouth Hingham
- Address215 Prospect Street
- Building Number215
- CountyPlymouth
- StateMA
- StreetProspect Street
- TownHingham
- Zip02043
Building
- Attached Garage YN Yes
- BasementPartial, Interior Entry
- Building Area Units Square Feet
- FireplaceYes
- Fireplace Features Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
- Fireplaces Total 5
- FoundationStone
- Garage Spaces2
- Patio And Porch Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio
- Property StyleColonial, Antique
- Rooms10
- Utilities For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Year Built1810
- Year Built Details Approximate, Certified Historic, Renovated Since
- Year Built Source Public Records
Property
- Acreage1.4
Interior
- Flooring
- Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Flooring - Wood
- Hardwood
- Pine
- Tile
- Wood
- Interior Features
- Bathroom
- Bathroom - Full
- Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Beamed Ceilings
- Central Vacuum
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
- Den
Exterior
- Exterior Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping
- RoofWood
Utilities
- Cooling Central Air, Ductless
- Cooling YN Yes
- Electric 200+ Amp Service
- Heat SystemYes
- Heating Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
- Sewer Private Sewer
- Water Source Public
Property Information
- Square Feet3,101
- Building Area Source Public Records
- Living Area 3,101
- Lot Size Square Feet 60,909
- Lot Size Units Acres
- Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
Amenities
- Amenities
- Golf
- Highway Access
- House of Worship
- Medical Facility
- Park
- Private School
- Public School
- Public Transportation
- Shopping
- T-Station
- Walk/Jog Trails
- Appliances IncludedOven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Water Body
- Waterfront Features Stream
Legal
- Zoningres
Other
- Date Listed05/13/2026
- Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
Map Location
Listed by Christine Powers of Coldwell Banker Realty - Cohasset
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