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$1,299,000
30 Days On Site

215 Prospect St
Hingham, MA 02043

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3,101
SqFt
$419
/SqFt
1810
Built
Subdivision:
South Hingham
County:
Plymouth

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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!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,299,000
Days On Site 
30 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,101 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
1.4 Acres
Year Built 
1810
MLS® Number 
73517956
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$13,191
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
8 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
4 days agoPrice changed to $1,299,000
4 days agoStatus changed to Active
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
1.4
Attached Garage 
Yes
Disclosures 
2 back bedrooms do not have AC.
Foundation 
Stone
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
PavedAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
7
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Private Sewer
SqFt Above 
3101
SqFt Total 
3101
Style 
ColonialAntique
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
res
Interior Features
Appliances 
OvenDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Basement 
PartialInterior Entry
Cooling 
Central AirDuctlessZoned
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Dining RoomLiving RoomMaster BedroomBedroom
Fireplaces 
5
Flooring 
WoodTileHardwood
Heating 
BaseboardOilFireplace(s)Zoned
Interior 
Beamed CeilingsCentral VacuumPantryVaulted Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features 
Electric Dryer HookupWasher Hookup
Bathroom 1 
Level - First
Bathroom 2 
Level - Second
Bathroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13.1x16.4Level - SecondArea - 214
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 10.1x10.1Level - SecondArea - 102
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 8.9x10.7Level - SecondArea - 95
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 18.11x12.3Level - ThirdArea - 222
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 14.8x16.4Level - FirstArea - 242
Family Room 
Dimensions - 18.8x19.3Level - FirstArea - 362
Kitchen 
Level - First
Living Room 
Dimensions - 16.11x16.4Level - FirstArea - 264
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14.1x16.4Level - SecondArea - 231
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Exterior Features
Exterior 
Storage
Lot Features 
LevelLandscaped
Other Structures 
Storage
Patio And Porch 
PatioPorchEnclosed
Roof 
Wood
Waterfront Features 
Stream
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkGolf
MLS Area 
South Hingham
Roads 
Paved
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
South
Middle School
Hingham Middle
High School
Hingham High
Listing courtesy of Christine Powers of Coldwell Banker Realty - Cohasset



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