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$1,400,000
● House - Off Market

85 Crescent Street

Waltham, MA 02453
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
2,860 Ft²
$7,589
Est. Monthly
3.24%
Cap Rate

About This Property

NEWLY REFRESHED!!!  Freshly painted interiors and newly refinished hardwood floors enhance this historic waterfront estate offering seamless urban convenience. Experience Charles River living at the historic 1850s Robert Murray House, a Greek Revival Italian Colonial boasting expansive river views from most rooms. This unique property sits on a rare 1/3-acre fenced lot with private dock for fishing and boating and a spacious deck for entertaining and enjoying breathtaking sunsets on the water. Exceptionally walkable just steps to Moody Street's popular shops, restaurants, and commuter rail. Inside enjoy tall ceilings and period details including a marble fireplace and crown moldings. Granite kitchen with stainless appliances, formal dining room, and versatile skylit finished attic. Additional features include ductless A/C, 2022 heating system, basement workshop, and EV charger. A rare opportunity to own a large waterfront lot in a vibrant urban setting.
Unit Size
2,860 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.37 acres
Price per sqft
$507
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$469
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1850

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Last updated: 6 months ago (MLSPIN #73401455)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 15, 2026 Sold
Sold
Mar 23, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Mar 21, 2026 Relisted $1,490,000
Relisted
Feb 27, 2026 Withdrawn -
Withdrawn
Oct 29, 2025 Price Decreased $1,450,000
↓ $40K (2.7%)
Price Decreased
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1850
  • Effective Year Built: 1850
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 18
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 1,191
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16,200
  • Total Building Area: 2,190
  • Gross Building Area: 4,289
  • Building Area: 2,190
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 16
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,190
  • Heating Fuel Type: 6

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000372
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Waltham School District
  • School Tax School District: WALTHAM SD
  • Census Tract: 368500

Zoning

  • Zoning: 1

Geography

  • Account Number: 29855
  • Parcel: WALT M:069 B:001 L:0001
  • Block: 1
  • Lot: 1
  • Municipality: WALTHAM
  • Latitude: 42.3706
  • Longitude: -71.2404

    Address

  • Full Address: 85 Crescent St
  • Address - House Number: 85
  • Address - Street Name: Crescent
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Waltham
  • Carrier Code: C033
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 4366
  • Zip Code: 02453

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $839,500

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2264
  • Valuation Date: Feb 07, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 68
  • Final Value: 1,058,431
  • High Value: 1,298,144
  • Low Value: 818,718

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $870,900
  • Assessed Land Value: $466,600
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $404,300

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Aug 20, 2010
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 00141792
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 85 Crescent Street built and last sold?
The property at 85 Crescent Street was built in 1850 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $465,750.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 85 Crescent Street is $1,439,041.
What are some comparable homes to 85 Crescent Street?
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