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Listing broker remarks

Set on a bucolic lot overlooking picturesque farm fields, this distinctive Hingham duplex offers character, flexibility, and room to imagine what comes next. The first unit features a flexible floor plan with a first-floor bedroom and full bath, spacious eat-in kitchen, private office, and living room. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and potential for an additional bath or walk-in closet. The second unit offers a living room, dining room, sun-filled kitchen, and half bath with laundry on the first floor, plus 2 bedrooms, an office and a full bath upstairs. Original woodwork and period details reflect the home’s antique roots. Private decks overlook the expansive backyard and pastoral views beyond. The seller is installing a new 6 bedroom septic system. Maintain as a two-family or convert back to a single-family home. Moments from downtown Hingham, commuter boat, and train to Boston.— William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Key details

  • 2,605 sq ft
  • 29,185 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1880 built
  • $354 / sq ft
  • $7,897 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠0⁠0⁠5⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
194-196 Hersey St
Town
Hingham, MA
ZIP
02043
Deed (Bk/Pg)
57933 / 102

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Neighborhood: Hingham

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.