One of Hingham's most admired homes! Landmark colonial with a sweeping front lawn, set elegantly atop a knoll on a 2.2 ACRE lot on a quiet cul de sac, just a stone's throw to downtown Hingham. The current owner has beautifully updated this architecturally significant home to meet the needs of today, while maintaining its original elegance. Gracious 11' ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, front and back staircases and period details throughout. Fabulous recently renovated "wing" off the back of the house with a gorgeous custom kitchen flooded w/natural light OPEN to a large dining area and spacious family room. There are 5 Bedrooms and 3 baths on the second floor including a luxurious primary suite. Opportunity to craft the 3rd floor as you wish. The grounds are EXCEPTIONAL. Expansive lawn, gunite pool with pool/guest house and over an acre of manicured lawn. RARE opportunity for the discerning buyer to acquire this ICONIC home/estate.
For sale
Price cut: $350K (5/21)
$5,500,000
187 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043
6beds
7,798sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1846
2.2 Acres Lot
$5,219,500 Zestimate®
$705/sqft
$266/mo HOA
What's special
Quiet cul de sacSpacious family roomPeriod details throughoutLuxurious primary suiteSweeping front lawnExpansive lawnFloor to ceiling windows
- 94 days |
- 1,638 |
- 64 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tara Coveney 617-823-9781,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham 781-749-4300
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73492795
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 17 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 495
- Dimensions: 33 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 513
- Dimensions: 27 x 19
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 504
- Dimensions: 28 x 18
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas, Hydro Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Vacuum System, Range Hood
- Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Pantry, Bathroom - Half, Entry Hall, Library, Bedroom, Den, Mud Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Crawl Space,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,798
- Total interior livable area: 7,798 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,798
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 13
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Paved
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Guest House, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Pool - Inground Heated
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Waterfront features: Harbor, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 2.2 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: M:72 B:0 L:30,1033179
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Granite
- Roof: Shingle,Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1846
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Other
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $266 monthly
Location
- Region: Hingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $705/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,740,000
- Annual tax amount: $60,097
- Date on market: 3/27/2026
Estimated market value
$5,219,500
$4.96M - $5.48M
$4,812/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Price change | $5,500,000-6%$705/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492795 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,850,000+70.3%$750/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492795 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2017 | Sold | $3,435,000+149.8%$440/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/1997 | Sold | $1,375,000+37.5%$176/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/1991 | Sold | $1,000,000$128/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,442 +0.3% | $5,186,300 +1.8% |
| 2024 | $55,262 +11.3% | $5,093,300 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $49,632 +5.3% | $4,963,200 +21.7% |
| 2022 | $47,134 +19.8% | $4,077,300 +22.3% |
| 2021 | $39,353 +2.5% | $3,335,000 +0.2% |
| 2020 | $38,383 -1% | $3,329,000 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $38,790 +25.1% | $3,284,500 +24.7% |
| 2018 | $31,006 +6.6% | $2,634,300 +11% |
| 2017 | $29,078 +9.1% | $2,373,700 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $26,645 +2.7% | $2,133,300 +3% |
| 2015 | $25,941 +20.7% | $2,070,300 -6.1% |
| 2009 | $21,497 +1.2% | $2,204,800 -4.5% |
| 2008 | $21,236 0% | $2,308,300 -2.2% |
| 2007 | $21,239 +6.5% | $2,359,900 +8.8% |
| 2006 | $19,949 +0.2% | $2,168,400 +8.5% |
| 2005 | $19,909 +4.2% | $1,998,900 +11.7% |
| 2004 | $19,107 -6.9% | $1,789,000 |
| 2003 | $20,520 +0.9% | $1,789,000 +20.9% |
| 2001 | $20,347 +51.5% | $1,479,800 +73.1% |
| 1997 | $13,434 | $855,100 |
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Neighborhood: 02043
Nearby schools
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- 8/10East Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Hingham Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 10/10Hingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Plymouth County
- Hingham
- 02043
- 187 Main St
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