721 Main Street

Hingham, MA 02043

$2,230,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
5
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
7,241 Sq. Ft.
$308 / Sq. Ft.
7,241
Sq. Ft.
$308
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Magnificent Landmark Property, considered to be one of the Finest Architectural Masterpieces on the South Shore. The Andrew Cushing House, a Mansardic, High Second Empire style & a visual stand-out with its original wrought-iron fencing in front of the elegant circular drive, has been most recently the home of the notable Pierce Art Gallery. Sited on 3 gorgeous acres, this is the only property on Main Street that has direct access to the serene Cushing Pond.. wonderful for skating, kayaking and reflection....Magnificent Landmark Property, considered to be one of the Finest Architectural Masterpieces on the South Shore. The Andrew Cushing House, a Mansardic, High Second Empire style & a visual stand-out with its original wrought-iron fencing in front of the elegant circular drive, has been most recently the home of the notable Pierce Art Gallery. Sited on 3 gorgeous acres, this is the only property on Main Street that has direct access to the serene Cushing Pond.. wonderful for skating, kayaking and reflection. The first floor consists of a gorgeous high-ceilinged great room w/ bay windows, a cozy fire-placed library, dining room and large gallery area, ready for your new kitchen design. Another wing can be a wonderful kids' play area, in-house business, in-law or guest suite. The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms, further guest quarters, & a balcony overlooking picturesque Main Street. The 3rd floor has a large game room, and an additional bedroom. Lower level has a perfect potting room & workshop.

Listing Agents

  1. Gail Petersen Bell

    Gail Petersen Bell

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 721 Main Street

Town
Hingham
Area
MA-Hingham
Architectural Style
Second Empire
Style
Second Empire
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
12.00
Parking Spaces Total
12

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 09:44 AM

Property Details for 721 Main Street

StatusSold
MLS #72808743
Days on Market180
Taxes$30,845 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1875
CountyPlymouth County

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Building Information for 721 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1875Building Size-Lot Size2.90 AC / 126,324 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,740 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,170

Property Taxes

$2,570

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 721 Main Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 7241.0
  • Color: Almond
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: South School
  • High School: Hhs
  • Middle School: Hms
  • Neighborhood: Glad Tidings Plain
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Storage, Bathroom - Half, Walk-in Storage, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - Full, Office, Gallery, Game Room, Library, Sitting Room, Den
  • Interior Features: Security System, Window AC, Whole House Fan
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Other (See Remarks), Porch
  • Lot Description: Level, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate, Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Beach Front, Pond, Harbor, Beach Ownership(Deeded Rights)
  • Waterview Features: Pond
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Window AC, Whole House Fan
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Oil, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 384.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 24.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 272.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dressing Room
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 224.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dressing Room
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 240.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 224.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 14.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 256.0
  • Dining Room Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 660.0
  • Family Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Handicap Accessible,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 30.0
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Width: 22.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 228.0
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry,Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Length: 19.0
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 544.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 34.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 432.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Walk-in Storage
  • Room Office Length: 36.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Flexible floor plan! What could be the very large kitchen overlooking the grounds is now 2 frame rooms used for the gallery. Working kitchen on 2nd floor for use during renovation. Fireplace's not checked. Possible Accessory Dwelling Unit.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1035596
  • Assessments: $2,614,000
  • Book: 477
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: RB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: Handicap Accessible, No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Granite
  • Frontage: 220.00
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 6
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 721 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 721 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$987,100Additions$1,397,400Total$2,384,500
Tax Record2023$23,845 ($1,987 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt7,241 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,241 SqFtStories3Lot Size126,249 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1875CountyPLYMOUTHAPNHING M:136 B:0 L:33Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 721 Main 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
South Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hingham Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hingham High School
Public9 to 12

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