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157 Brattle Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$15,800,000
Est. $90,519/month
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
12,704
Sq Ft
$1,244
Price/Sq Ft
0.41
Acres
1895
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
118
Days on Market
Active Listed Mar 17, 2026 • MLS# 73487660 Copied! • Updated May 26, 2026

About this home

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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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

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Agent Changed
May 26, 2026
Cort Petrocelli Coopersmith Group → Cort LaBonte Coldren Coopersmith Group
Agent: Cort LaBonte Coldren Coopersmith Group
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Listed for Sale
Mar 17, 2026
$15,800,000
Original listing
Agent: Cort Petrocelli Coopersmith Group Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $125,105 $18,213,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$125,105
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$18,213,000

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1895
Living Area 12,704 sq ft
Lot Size 0.41 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 3
Total Rooms 14

Interior

Heating Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Geothermal
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 8
Basement Full, Finished
Laundry None
Features Office, Sitting Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio, Covered
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Carriage Shed, Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $125,105
Assessed Value $18,213,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Taxes Exclude Residential Exemption, Some Lighting Is Excluded See Agent For List.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures 1st fl. 3020, fin.bas 3020, porch 60, porch opn 654, upper fl. 2768, 3rd fl 2372, bas 60 3rd unf 336
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 70 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1895
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
3
Living Area
12,704 sq ft
Total Rooms
14

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
18 x 15
Bedroom4
18 x 12
Bedroom3
17 x 15
Dining Room
17 x 16
Kitchen
22 x 19
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
18 x 17
Living Room
24 x 17
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
22 x 17
Office
18 x 12
Family Room
22 x 19
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features: Office, Sitting Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1895
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Geothermal
Heating Zones: 12
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio, Covered
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Carriage Shed, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 8
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.0 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Fayerweather Street School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.7 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.7 mi
Grades 01-12
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.8 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.6 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.1 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.3 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
2.2 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.5 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.8 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.9 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.6 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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157 Brattle Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Cort LaBonte Coldren Coopersmith Group
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM363342
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated May 26, 2026 9:29 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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