For sale

$15,800,000

157 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138

5beds

12,704sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1895

0.41 Acres Lot

$15,459,500 Zestimate^®

$1,244/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Timeless architectural characterFinished lower levelOutdoor kitchenHeated garageModern sophisticationCustom millworkWood floors

Set among the stately residences of historic Brattle Street, this completely renovated & pristine home offers approximately 9,594 square feet of elegant living space on a rare 0.41-acre corner lot in sought-after West Cambridge—moments from Harvard Squar/Charles River. Beautiful private yard w/ sports court, outdoor kitchen,heated garage. The interior blends timeless architectural character w/ modern sophistication, featuring nine-foot ceilings, custom millwork, wood floors, beautiful windows, 8 fireplaces that bring warmth throughout. A gracious foyer opens to expansive formal living & dining rooms ideal for entertaining, complemented by a fully renovated chef’s kitchen with island seating & casual dining area. A comfortable family room and den flow effortlessly to the outdoors & connect to a double mudroom offering abundant storage. The upper levels host 5 host 5 bedrooms all with ensuite baths, finished lower level, playroom, media, gym, sauna. Geothermal heat.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 8
Full bathrooms: 5
1/2 bathrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Area: 374
Dimensions: 22 x 17

Bedroom 2

Area: 306
Dimensions: 18 x 17

Bedroom 3

Area: 255
Dimensions: 17 x 15

Bedroom 4

Area: 216
Dimensions: 18 x 12

Bedroom 5

Area: 270
Dimensions: 18 x 15

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Dining room

Area: 272
Dimensions: 17 x 16

Family room

Area: 418
Dimensions: 22 x 19

Kitchen

Area: 418
Dimensions: 22 x 19

Living room

Area: 408
Dimensions: 24 x 17

Office

Area: 216
Dimensions: 18 x 12

Heating

Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Geothermal

Cooling

Central Air

Features

Office, Sitting Room
Basement: Full,Finished
Number of fireplaces: 8

Interior area

Total structure area: 12,704
Total interior livable area: 12,704 sqft
Finished area above ground: 9,594
Finished area below ground: 3,110

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Carriage Shed, Off Street
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Covered
Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.41 Acres
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: 417334
Zoning: res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1895

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Cambridge

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,244/sqft
Tax assessed value: $18,213,000
Annual tax amount: $125,105
Date on market: 3/17/2026

Estimated market value

$15,459,500

$12.83M - $18.55M

$7,804/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/17/2026	Listed for sale	$15,800,000+12.9%$1,244/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73487660 Report a problem
10/28/2020	Listing removed	$14,000,000$1,102/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge #72693046 Report a problem
7/16/2020	Listed for sale	$14,000,000-9.7%$1,102/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge #72693046 Report a problem
5/1/2020	Listing removed	$15,500,000$1,220/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Mass Ave #72618739 Report a problem
2/12/2020	Listed for sale	$15,500,000+324.7%$1,220/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge #72618739 Report a problem
5/7/2008	Sold	$3,650,000$287/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$111,332 +13.4%	$17,532,600 +5.7%
2024	$98,165 +14.4%	$16,582,000 +13.2%
2023	$85,811 +18.8%	$14,643,600 +20%
2022	$72,214 +5.6%	$12,198,300 +4.4%
2021	$68,364 +48.7%	$11,686,200 +46.1%
2020	$45,981 +8.4%	$7,996,700 +12%
2019	$42,416 -3.8%	$7,140,700 +1.9%
2018	$44,070 +2.1%	$7,006,300 +5.3%
2017	$43,175 +2.4%	$6,652,500 +10.3%
2016	$42,165 -1.3%	$6,032,200 +10.4%
2015	$42,739 -4.9%	$5,465,300 +1.9%
2014	$44,955 -3.9%	$5,364,600 -0.7%
2013	$46,762 -0.4%	$5,399,800 -2.4%
2012	$46,936 +22.7%	$5,534,900 +18.1%
2011	$38,250 +9.5%	$4,687,500 +3.6%
2010	$34,925 +8.8%	$4,523,900 +6.5%
2009	$32,109 -11.3%	$4,247,200 -13.6%
2008	$36,192 -0.3%	$4,917,400 +1.4%
2007	$36,286 -11%	$4,851,100 -12.2%
2006	$40,755 -1.1%	$5,522,300 +4.3%
2005	$41,208 -15.9%	$5,296,700 -17.5%
2004	$48,986 +3.2%	$6,420,200 -1.8%
2003	$47,458 +12.6%	$6,536,900 +12%
2002	$42,140 +83.1%	$5,836,500 +144.5%
2000	$23,013	$2,387,200 +10%
1999	--	$2,170,200

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