159 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 | MLS #73490272

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The iconic Hooper-Lee-Nichols House, built c.1685 and recognized as the second-oldest home in Cambridge, now seeks its next chapter. The three-story Georgian structure is distinguished by its central chimney and balanced proportions. Set on an expansive 18,012± sq. ft parcel, the house is sited well back from the street with a detached carriage house/garage accessed from Kennedy Road. Today it stands as the headquarters of History Cambridge and though it is currently configured for office use, future owners will have the opportunity to reimagine the interiors as a grand private home. The property is protected by historic preservation measures ensuring its integrity for generations to come. An easement held by the Massachusetts Historical Commission safeguards important interior features, while its location within the Old Cambridge Historic District safeguards the exterior. The Hooper-Lee-Nichols House is an invitation to stewardship—an opportunity to carry forward a 340-year legacy.

Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73490272

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Property Type

Residential
Lot

0.41 acres

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ERA Key Realty Services
Whitinsville Branch
Office 508-372-6600

Median Age

29
Population Density

12,818
College Educated

88%
Estimated Median Income

$104,641
Estimated Total Home Owners

5,591
Estimated Total Renters

8,721
Owner / Renter Divide

39% / 61%
Estimated Average Household Size

2
Total Population

39,139
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

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Life at 159 Brattle Street

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History

Date	Event	Value	Agent
4/3/2026Source: MLS PIN	Status Change	Active
3/25/2026Source: MLS PIN	Added to Database	March 25, 2026