$1,699,000
About this home
A rare opportunity to own a treasured Colonial in the heart of Hingham's Downtown Historic District, just steps from the Harbor and village center. Set on .31 acres, this remarkable five-bedroom home has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully restored, preserving its historic character while creating a warm, inviting setting for today's lifestyle. The gracious interior features elegant living and dining rooms, a cozy den, and a sprawling 30-foot family room with exposed beams and a fireplace overlooking the terrace and play yard. A skylit primary suite occupies a private third-floor retreat with sweeping views toward the Harbor and World's End.Among the home's most cherished features is its original wood-burning beehive oven, lovingly restored to working order, a true piece of the home's history and a wonderful way to gather, bake fresh bread, or fire homemade pizzas. The beautifully landscaped grounds offer exceptional flexibility, including two outbuildings, one a garage with a workshop and living space above, offering potential for future ADU use, subject to town approval. Perennial gardens, pergolas, climbing roses, fruit trees, herb gardens, and stone walls create a private, inviting setting, while a newly replaced retaining wall and meticulously restored exterior reflect the thoughtful stewardship this property has received. The location is truly unmatched. Stroll to Downtown Hingham for shops, restaurants, a movie, the Farmers Market, and the Bathing Beach, or take in the Harbor and seasonal Island fireworks just moments from home. A rare combination of historic character, versatile outbuildings, beautiful grounds, and an extraordinary village location, 25 Ship Street is a special Hingham property ready to be cherished for generations to come. Welcome Home!
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- 73581247
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 2
- On market date
- September 23, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3.5
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking spaces
- 4
- Lot size
- 0.31 acres
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.6:1
- District
- Hingham
- Enrollment
- 784
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.5:1
- District
- Weymouth
- Enrollment
- 1,205
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
- District
- Hingham
Walkability
Blended score for Hingham's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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