NEW PRICE Set in a sought-after South Hingham neighborhood, the historic Benjamin Hersey House circa 1810 is a timeless antique rich in character & history. This 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!
Under contract
Price cut: $100K (6/9)
$1,299,000
215 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043
5beds
3,101sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1810
1.4 Acres Lot
$1,600,900 Zestimate®
$419/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pastoral backyardSun-filled family room additionOriginal millworkCharming butlers pantryWide plank pine floorsSpacious kitchen
- 51 days |
- 1,901 |
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Listed by:
Christine Powers 781-405-6563,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cohasset 781-383-9202
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73517956
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 231.24
- Dimensions: 14.1 x 16.4
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 214.84
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 16.4
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 102.01
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 10.1
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 95.23
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 10.7
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 222.75
- Dimensions: 18.11 x 12.3
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 242.72
- Dimensions: 14.8 x 16.4
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 362.84
- Dimensions: 18.8 x 19.3
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 264.2
- Dimensions: 16.11 x 16.4
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Den, Bathroom, Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,101
- Total interior livable area: 3,101 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,101
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping
- Waterfront features: Stream
Lot
- Size: 1.4 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:182 B:0 L:8,1036883
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1810
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: South Hingham
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $419/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,234,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,191
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,600,900
$1.42M - $1.81M
$6,564/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Contingent | $1,299,000$419/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $1,299,000-7.1%$419/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+188.5%$451/sqft |
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| 7/30/1998 | Sold | $485,000$156/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,191 -0.1% | $1,234,000 +1.4% |
| 2024 | $13,210 +10.5% | $1,217,500 +1.9% |
| 2023 | $11,953 +8.9% | $1,195,300 +25.9% |
| 2022 | $10,973 +0.3% | $949,200 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $10,940 +0.2% | $927,100 -2% |
| 2020 | $10,913 -1.4% | $946,500 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $11,073 +2% | $937,600 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $10,861 +5.7% | $922,800 +10.1% |
| 2017 | $10,272 +0.6% | $838,500 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $10,208 +2.2% | $817,300 +2.6% |
| 2015 | $9,985 +46.1% | $796,900 +13.7% |
| 2009 | $6,834 -8.5% | $700,900 -13.7% |
| 2008 | $7,469 +1.1% | $811,900 -1.1% |
| 2007 | $7,391 -0.6% | $821,200 +1.6% |
| 2006 | $7,434 +3.7% | $808,000 +12.3% |
| 2005 | $7,167 +7.8% | $719,600 +15.6% |
| 2004 | $6,650 -6.9% | $622,700 |
| 2003 | $7,142 +15.3% | $622,700 +38.2% |
| 2001 | $6,194 +26.1% | $450,500 +44.1% |
| 1997 | $4,911 | $312,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02043
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10South Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Hingham Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Hingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South
- Middle: Hingham Middle
- High: Hingham High
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- Massachusetts
- Plymouth County
- Hingham
- 02043
- 215 Prospect St
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