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Sold on 06/23/2026

215 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043

  • $1,200,000

    Last sold 06/23/2026 after 41 Days

  • 5

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 3,101

    Sqft ($387/Sqft)

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About 215 Prospect St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1810
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 1.4 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
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!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Christine Powers
Listing Office - Coldwell Banker Realty - Cohasset
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#73517956 • last updated 2 days ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 7 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air, Ductless
Heating Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Levels/Style Colonial, Antique
MLS # 73517956
Type Residential
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 3101
Lot Size (SqFt) 60909
Lot Size (Acres) 1.4
Annual Property Tax 13191
Year Built 1810
Interior
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Primary Bathroom Yes
Total # of Bathrooms 4
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
# Full Baths 4
Total # of Bedrooms 5
Bedroom 5 Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 3 Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4 Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 2 Closet, Flooring - Wood
Basement Partial, Interior Entry
Family Room Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, 18.8
Living Room Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Dining Room First, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant
Total # of Rooms 10
Laundry First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Lighting - Pendant
Flooring Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
# Fireplaces 5
Interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Den, Bathroom, Central Vacuum
Fireplace Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Exterior
Foundation Stone
Roof Wood
# Covered Spaces 2
Parking Desc Attached, Paved Drive
# Parking Spaces 7
# Garage Spaces 2
Exterior Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Patio/ Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Lot Desc Level
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Private Sewer
Utilities For Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Water Source Public
Location
Waterfront Stream
County Plymouth
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
Elementary School South
Middle School Hingham Middle
High School Hingham High
Zoning Res
APN M:182 B:0 L:8, 1036883
Directions Rt 228 To Prospect St Or Charles To Prospect
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage Public
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Paved
$1.33M
Range: $1.2M-$1.47M
Last 30 days 
  • Aug 2026
    mls logo MLS # 73517956
  • Aug 1, 2026 Sold
    $1,200,000 (-7.6%)
  • Jun 24, 2026 Active
    —
  • Jun 9, 2026 Price Change
    $1,299,000 (-7.1%)
  • May 13, 2026 Listed
    $1,399,000
  • 215 Prospect St
    $1.2M
  • South Hingham
    —
  • 02043
    $2.19M +29% y/y
  • Hingham
    $2.14M +13% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
220 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,861,000 6/3 4,529 0.03
217 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,381,000 3/1 1,889 0.04
208 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,326,000 3/3 2,526 0.07
205 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,539,000 3/3 2,727 0.07
6 Captain Thomson Ln, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,689,000 4/2 2,595 0.07
2 Captain Thomson Ln, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,853,000 5/3 3,514 0.08
1 Captain Thomson Ln, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,961,000 3/3 3,300 0.09
223 Prospect St, Hingham, MA 02043 $1,552,000 3/3 2,746 0.09

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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9/10
South Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Hingham School District
8/10
Hingham Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Hingham School District
10/10
Hingham High School
public Grades 9-12
Hingham School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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