215 Prospect St Hingham, MA 02043
South Hingham NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,177/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- 1.4 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- South Elementary School Rated A
- Custom Closet System
- Landscaped Professionally
About This Home
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!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,191
Year Built
- Built in 1810
Lot Details
- 1.4 Acre Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- 5 Open Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Antique Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,101 Sq Ft Home
- Central Vacuum
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Decorative Lighting
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 5 Fireplaces
- Den
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Pine Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
Schools
- South Elementary School
- Hingham Middle School
- Hingham High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Central Air
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
- Baseboard Heating
- 200+ Amp Service
- Private Sewer
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9
- Assessor Parcel Number M:182 B:0 L:8,1036883
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- South Hingham Subdivision
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,191 | $1,234,000 | $515,900 | $718,100 |
| 2024 | $13,210 | $1,217,500 | $515,900 | $701,600 |
| 2023 | $11,953 | $1,195,300 | $515,900 | $679,400 |
| 2022 | $10,973 | $949,200 | $395,100 | $554,100 |
| 2021 | $10,940 | $927,100 | $395,100 | $532,000 |
| 2020 | $10,913 | $946,500 | $449,000 | $497,500 |
| 2019 | $11,073 | $937,600 | $449,000 | $488,600 |
| 2018 | $10,861 | $922,800 | $449,000 | $473,800 |
| 2017 | $10,272 | $838,500 | $447,000 | $391,500 |
| 2016 | $10,208 | $817,300 | $425,800 | $391,500 |
| 2015 | $9,985 | $796,900 | $405,400 | $391,500 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2026 06/23/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2026 06/09/26 | Price Changed | $1,299,000 | -7.1% | $419 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $451 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $485,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $381,200 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $460,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $462,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $468,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $482,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73517956
APN: HING-000182-000000-000008
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