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172 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

$15,700,000
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BEDS7 BATHS7 full 3 partial SQUARE FEET7,737 MLS#73342079
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family

Property Description

Modern luxury meets history in this completely renovated home on coveted Brattle St in Harvard Square. Completely transformed by a local respected builder, this property seamlessly blends historic charm w/ modern convenience in its impeccable design and finishes. The main floor offers a grand staircase, high ceilings, spacious living and dining rooms, chef's kitchen w/ top appliances and adjacent family room, an oversized mudroom off the attached garage and 2 half baths. The 2nd level has a luxurious primary suite w/ spa-like bath and gracious dressing room, 5 ensuite bedrooms (or offices) and a large laundry room. The top floor hosts a versatile office/loft space and a half bath. The lower level is fully equipped w/ a gym, game room, family room, full bath, ample storage and guest suite w/ direct exterior access. The outdoor and indoor spaces blend seamlessly for easy living, w/ a spacious patio and beautiful yard designed by a celebrated landscape architect. A true Harvard Square gem

172 Brattle Street | MLS# 73342079

This single family home located at 172 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $15,700,000. This property was built in 1880 and has 7 bedrooms and 7 full and 3 partial baths with 7737 sq. ft. Search Cambridge real estate on lynnemcgrath.masiellogrouprealestate.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Full, Finished
Cooling: Central Air,3 or More, High Seer Heat Pump (12+), EN
Fenced: Yes
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2 car attached
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Heat Pump, Hydro Air, Hyd
Home Style: Greek Revival
Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
Roof Type: Shingle, Rubber, Metal
Taxes: $71,477
Year Built: 1880

Amenities

Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Wet Bar
Walk-up Attic
Finish - Sheetrock
Wired for Sound
High Speed Internet
Patio
Rain Gutters
Professional Landscaping
Sprinkler System
Decorative Lighting
Fenced Yard
Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Feature Descriptions

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
Building Area Total: 7737
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Sidewalks
Compensation Based On: N/A
Compensation Broker Transaction: N/A
Compensation Buyer Agency: N/A
Compensation Sub Agency: N/A
Compensation Sub Agency Offered: N/A
Days on Site: 412
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Exterior: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Fencing: Fenced
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Engineered Hardwood
GarageY/N: Yes
HeatingY/N: 1
Hot Tub: Yes
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Master Bathroom: Yes
Open Parking Y/N: Yes
Parcel Number: M:00239 L:00060,417404
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Off Street, On Street, Paved
Parking Total: 4
Patio And Porch: Patio
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Rooms Total: 17
Sauna: Yes
Security: yes
Security Features: Security System
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Water: Public
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)

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Listed By

Agency Name: MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Agency Phone: 617-714-4544
Agent Name: Maggie Gold Seelig

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Agent Name: Lynne McGrath
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Agency Title: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group

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