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$1,450,000 Sale Pending

  • For Sale
  • Pending
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,860 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.37 Acres
  • Updated 11 days ago
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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.

Full Property Details for 85 Crescent St

General

  • Price: $1,450,000
  • Taxes: $5,624 (2025)
  • Status: Pending
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73401455
  • Updated: 3/22/2026
  • Added to Site: 268 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Den, Play Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 2
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, First
  • Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Second
  • Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Primary Bedroom: Yes, 13.00 x 12.00, Second, 156 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 2: Hardwood Flooring, 15.00 x 13.00, Second, 195 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 3: Hardwood Flooring, 15.00 x 14.00, Second, 210 Sq. Ft.
  • Bedroom 4: Wall-to-Wall Carpet, 14.00 x 12.00, Third, 168 Sq. Ft.

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Hardwood Flooring, Crown Molding, 15.00 x 14.00, First, 210 Sq. Ft.
  • Family Room: Hardwood Flooring, Slider, 17.00 x 12.00, First, 204 Sq. Ft.
  • Kitchen: Hardwood Flooring, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, 16.00 x 15.00, First, 240 Sq. Ft.
  • Dining Room: Hardwood Flooring, Open Floorplan, Slider, 14.00 x 12.00, First, 168 Sq. Ft.

Additional Information

  • Year Round: Yes
  • Security/Safety: Security System

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Storage, Fenced Yard

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Location

  • County: Middlesex
  • Driving Directions: Main Street to Moody Street to Crescent Street.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Stanley
  • Middle School: Mcdevitt
  • High School: Waltham High

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ductless
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heating Type: Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless
  • Heating Fuel: Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless
  • Heating Zones: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
  • Roof: Shingle, Rubber
  • Square Feet: 2,860
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
  • Year Built: 1850

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
  • Lot Dimensions: .37
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: Waterfront, River

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $506.99
  • Tax Amount: $5,624
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 839377
  • Block/Lot/Section: B:001
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Schools serving 85 Crescent St

School District:Waltham School District
NameGradesDistance
William F. Stanley Elementary School
250 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
K-50.6 mi
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
75 Church Street, Waltham, MA 02453
6-80.7 mi
Waltham Sr High School
617 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
9-121.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 85 Crescent St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/29/2025
Price Reduced
$1,450,000
-2.68%
MLS
9/20/2025
Price Reduced
$1,490,000
-11.31%
MLS
7/28/2025
Price Reduced
$1,680,000
-6.41%
MLS
7/09/2025
Listed
$1,795,000
285.4%
MLS
8/20/2010
Sold
$465,750
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Tax History for 85 Crescent St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,589
2%
$874,600
—
2024
$8,395
1%
$870,900
8%
2023
$8,301
-1%
$804,400
7%
2022
$8,346
6%
$749,200
8%
2021
$7,874
1%
$695,600
7%
2020
$7,763
4%
$649,600
10%
2019
$7,486
10%
$591,300
10%
2018
$6,802
6%
$539,400
5%
2017
$6,427
10%
$511,700
7%
2016
$5,868
-2%
$479,400
5%
2015
$5,993
2%
$456,400
4%
2014
$5,882
3%
$438,000
4%
2013
$5,704
—
$422,800
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85 Crescent Street, Waltham, MA 02453 (MLS# 73401455) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 85 Crescent Street is currently listed for $1,450,000 and was received on July 09, 2025. This property is listed by Hans Brings Results Team from our Waltham Office.Want to learn more about 85 Crescent Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Waltham? You can browse all Waltham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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