85 Crescent St Waltham, MA 02453
South Side NeighborhoodEstimated payment $9,623/month
Total Views
7,909
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,860
Sq Ft
$587
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- River View
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- Waterfront
- Open Floorplan
- Deck
About This Home
Mesmerizing Charles River waterfront living in the historic Robert Murray House—an enchanting Greek Revival Italian Colonial full of classic design details and character. This one-of-a-kind home features tall ceilings and crown moldings throughout, blending timeless architecture with modern updates. Enjoy a bright family room with sliders to a spacious deck and fully fenced 1/3-acre yard with shed and private dock—perfect for kayaking, sailing, and outdoor fun. Located just steps from popular Moody Street shops, restaurants, parks, and public transit - a walker’s paradise. The granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances has a passthrough to a formal dining room. A marble fireplaced living room and den/guest suite complete the first floor. Dual staircases lead to a sun-filled primary suite with dual closets, bonus skylit top-floor bedrooms and playroom. Updates include ductless A/C and 2022 heat system and basement workshop. Rare opportunity to live in beauty, history, and nature
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,624
Year Built
- Built in 1850
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Fenced Yard
- Fenced
- Gentle Sloping Lot
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,860 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Den
- Play Room
- River Views
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
Parking
- 5 Car Parking Spaces
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Property is near public transit
Schools
- Stanley Elementary School
- Mcdevitt Middle School
- Waltham High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 5 Cooling Zones
- 6 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block L:0001 / B:001
- Assessor Parcel Number 839377
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,589 | $874,600 | $466,600 | $408,000 |
| 2024 | $8,395 | $870,900 | $466,600 | $404,300 |
| 2023 | $8,301 | $804,400 | $425,000 | $379,400 |
| 2022 | $8,346 | $749,200 | $388,100 | $361,100 |
| 2021 | $7,495 | $695,600 | $351,100 | $344,500 |
| 2020 | $7,763 | $649,600 | $332,600 | $317,000 |
| 2019 | $7,486 | $591,300 | $329,300 | $262,000 |
| 2018 | $3,692 | $539,400 | $304,900 | $234,500 |
| 2017 | $6,427 | $511,700 | $277,200 | $234,500 |
| 2016 | $5,868 | $479,400 | $244,900 | $234,500 |
| 2015 | $5,993 | $456,400 | $240,200 | $216,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Price Changed | $1,680,000 | -6.4% | $587 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $628 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $465,750 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $336,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $372,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73401455
APN: WALT-000069-000001-000001
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