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.
Sold for $1,400,000
$1,400,000
85 Crescent St, Waltham, MA 02453
5beds
2,860sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,393,200 Zestimate®
$490/sqft
$5,718 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,393,200
$1.30M - $1.49M
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Versatile skylit finished atticBasement workshopFormal dining roomMarble fireplaceCrown moldingsTall ceilings
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Listed by:
Hans Brings RESULTS 781-283-0500,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham 781-893-0808
Bought with:
Team Pearlstein
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73401455
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Features
- Bathroom - Half, Den, Play Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,860
- Total interior livable area: 2,860 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,860
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 839377
- Zoning: 1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, T-Station
Location
- Region: Waltham
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Sold | $1,400,000-3.4%$490/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$507/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$507/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $1,450,000-2.7%$507/sqft |
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| 9/20/2025 | Price change | $1,490,000-11.3%$521/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73401455 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Price change | $1,680,000-6.4%$587/sqft |
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| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+285.4%$628/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73401455 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2015 | Listing removed | $2,550$1/sqft |
Source: Centre Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,550$1/sqft |
Source: Centre Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2010 | Sold | $465,750-6.7%$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $499,000$174/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #71099612 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,589 +2.3% | $874,600 +0.4% |
| 2024 | $8,395 +1.1% | $870,900 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $8,301 -0.5% | $804,400 +7.4% |
| 2022 | $8,346 +6% | $749,200 +7.7% |
| 2021 | $7,874 +1.4% | $695,600 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $7,763 +3.7% | $649,600 +9.9% |
| 2019 | $7,486 +10.1% | $591,300 +9.6% |
| 2018 | $6,802 +5.8% | $539,400 +5.4% |
| 2017 | $6,427 +9.5% | $511,700 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $5,868 -2.1% | $479,400 +5% |
| 2015 | $5,993 +1.9% | $456,400 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $5,882 +3.1% | $438,000 +3.6% |
| 2013 | $5,704 +1.5% | $422,800 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $5,620 +2% | $421,000 |
| 2011 | $5,511 -0.6% | $421,000 -4.8% |
| 2010 | $5,546 +8% | $442,300 -2.7% |
| 2009 | $5,135 +4.5% | $454,400 -2.4% |
| 2008 | $4,914 +3% | $465,800 -2.6% |
| 2007 | $4,769 +9.9% | $478,300 +13.9% |
| 2006 | $4,338 +8.3% | $419,900 +3.7% |
| 2005 | $4,004 +7.4% | $404,900 |
| 2004 | $3,729 +7.1% | $404,900 +12.4% |
| 2003 | $3,483 +23% | $360,200 +33.2% |
| 2002 | $2,831 +8.7% | $270,400 +21.6% |
| 2000 | $2,604 +3.4% | $222,400 +12.5% |
| 1999 | $2,519 | $197,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02453
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10William F. Stanley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10John W. McDevitt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Waltham Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Stanley
- Middle: Mcdevitt
- High: Waltham High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Middlesex County
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- 85 Crescent St
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