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  • Price cut: $115K (7/28)
    $1,680,000

    85 Crescent St, Waltham, MA 02453

    6beds
    2,860sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1850
    0.37 Acres Lot
    $1,648,600 Zestimate®
    $587/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Waterfront livingModern updatesBright family roomSpacious deckGranite kitchenFormal dining roomBonus skylit top-floor bedrooms
    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
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 03, 2025 at 12:17am

    Listed by:

    Hans Brings RESULTS,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73401455
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    • Sat, Sep 6

      1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

    • Sun, Sep 7

      1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • 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: 126
    • Dimensions: 14 x 9
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 126
    • Dimensions: 14 x 9
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    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
    Features
    • Bathroom - Half, Bedroom, Den, Play Room
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • 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
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Off Street, Paved
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Deck, Storage, Fenced Yard
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
    • 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 & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, T-Station
    • Security: Security System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Waltham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $587/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $874,600
    • Annual tax amount: $5,624
    • Date on market: 7/9/2025
    • Road surface type: Paved
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