159 High St

1,369 Sq. Ft.
$676 / Sq. Ft.
1,369
Sq. Ft.
$676
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The much-admired Foster Robinson House, circa 1875, is now on the market! This intriguing and extensive property once encompassed most of the surrounding land (including the Pinecrest neighborhood). This true one-of-a-kind gem, with its gorgeous large BARN/CARRIAGE HOUSE, recent updates and unquestionable street appeal, is a true treasure. Upgrades to this cozy home include a brand new septic, interior painting, new carpeting upstairs, almost all windows replaced, newer Carlin furnace, and a new...The much-admired Foster Robinson House, circa 1875, is now on the market! This intriguing and extensive property once encompassed most of the surrounding land (including the Pinecrest neighborhood). This true one-of-a-kind gem, with its gorgeous large BARN/CARRIAGE HOUSE, recent updates and unquestionable street appeal, is a true treasure. Upgrades to this cozy home include a brand new septic, interior painting, new carpeting upstairs, almost all windows replaced, newer Carlin furnace, and a new chimney in '21. Baths are 10 years +-. Large eat-in kitchen, 1st fl. laundry, unheated but great mudroom, a full basement (freshly painted) with an effective sump pump, fabulous back-yard and neighborhood and a short walk to the Plymouth River School! And, these are just a short list of some of the appealing advantages to this cozy and captivating property.

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Property Details for 159 High Street

Town
Hingham
Area
MA-Hingham
Architectural Style
Cape, Antique
Style
Garden, Cape, Antique
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 03/01/2024 05:01 PM

Property Details for 159 High Street

StatusSold
MLS #73195448
Days on Market17
Taxes$6,245 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1875
CountyPlymouth County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Compass, Denise Marshall

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Building Information for 159 High Street

Stories-Year Built1875Building Size-Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,461 SF

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$5,029 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,508

Property Taxes

$520

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 159 High Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1369.0
  • Color: Natural
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Certified Historic
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: Plymouth River
  • High School: Hingham High
  • Middle School: Hingham Middle
  • Neighborhood: Abuts Pinecrest Neighborhood
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Mud Room, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Barn/Stable, Fenced Yard, Garden, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Barn/Stable, Garden Area, Other (See Remarks)
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level, Other
  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Harbor, Ocean, Direct Access, Beach Ownership(Public, Deeded Rights)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Barn, Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Barn, Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage, Other (See Remarks)
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 227.520833
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.583333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.75
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 124.222222
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.333333
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 8.666666
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 173.298611
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.916666
  • Bedroom3 Level: Main,First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.416666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 100.673611
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.083333
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 11.083333
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 65.513888
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.833333
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.416666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 133.0
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.083333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 92.361111
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Laminate
  • Kitchen Length: 8.333333
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.083333
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 220.256944
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.416666
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.416666
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Year built provided by Hingham Historical Commission. Some historical restrictions may apply,such as front of the house window replacements. Please check with the Historic Commission for details. Roof is 30-ish years,will need replacement at some point (currently no known leaks).
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1035013
  • Assessments: $624,500
  • Block: 0
  • Book: 28246
  • Lot: 25.B
  • Map: 116
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: RB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 159 High Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 1, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528537977

$925,000—
Mar 1, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73195448

$925,000—
Feb 8, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73195448

—
Jan 29, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73195448

—
Jan 22, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73195448

$869,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/01/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528537977

$925,000
03/01/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73195448

$925,000
02/08/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73195448

—
01/29/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73195448

—
01/22/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73195448

$869,000

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Public Records for 159 High Street

Taxable ValueLand$438,500Additions$260,400Total$698,900
Tax Record2025$7,471 ($623 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,170 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,170 SqFtStories2Lot Size32,461 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890CountyPLYMOUTHAPNHING M:116 B:0 L:25.B

Schools near 159 High Street

This home is within Hingham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Plymouth River Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hingham Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hingham High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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