25 Russell Ave, Watertown MA 02472 – 5 bed 4 bath For Sale – 73350839
Overview
- Updated On:
- April 3, 2025
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- 73350839
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- 2 Garage Spaces
- 2 Non-Garage Parking Spaces
- 1895
Description
Nestled on a beautifully landscaped .3-acre lot on a tree-lined street, this exquisite 1895 Colonial Revival was originally crafted by Albert Murdough for his family. Thoughtfully designed to embrace southwest exposures into the main living areas, the home is bathed in natural light, with soaring 9.5-foot ceilings, stained glass accents & elegant period details. At the heart of the home is a stunningly reimagined, gut-renovated kitchen featuring 4 distinct components designed by architects that blend modern functionality with quality craftsmanship: marble countertops, top-tier Subzero & Thermador appliances wrapped in custom Douglas fir cabinetry, seamlessly connecting to a covered porch, lush garden & 2-car EV charging garage. A grand staircase ascends past vibrant stained glass windows to the upper floors, and leads to 5 (or 6) generously sized bedrooms & 3 beautifully renovated bathrooms. An inspiring sanctuary in Watertown’s most sought-after area. Offers reviewed Tue April 1 @12pm
This property is listed by Sarah Reddick Shimoff from Compass
Property Listing Details
Overview
MLS Status | Active Under Contract |
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Price | $ 2,099,000 |
Living Area | 4,304.00 ft2 |
Bedrooms | 5 |
Total Rooms | 12 |
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Listing MLS ID | 73350839 |
Days on Market | 6 |
Bathrooms | 3.5 |
Unit Information
Bedrooms | 5 |
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Full Bathrooms | 3 |
Half Bathrooms | 1 |
Cooling | Central Air,Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) |
Heating | Steam,Oil,Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) |
Uncovered Parking | 2 |
Garage Parking | 2 |
Water View | No |
Unit Level |
Common Walls | |
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Laundry Features | Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup |
Lead Paint | Unknown |
Outdoor Space Available | |
Living Area Includes Basement | Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished |
Patio And Porch Features | Covered |
Parking Features | Detached,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved |
Waterview Features | |
Flooring |
Building Information
Building Name | |
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Units in Building | |
Pets Allowed | |
Association Amenities | |
Pool Features | |
Waterfront Features | |
Association Fee Includes | |
Construction Materials | Frame |
Year Built | 1895 |
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Security Features | |
Sewer | Public Sewer |
Spa Features | |
Structure Type | |
Water Source | Public |
Basement | Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished |
Roof | Shingle |
Additional Details
Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,Pool,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Golf,Medical Facility,Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Marina,Private School,Public School |
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Disclosures | See attached Historical Information,Improvements List,Floor Plans,Disclosures. $15,661 2025 tax bill for owner occupants (see City of Watertown for owner occupied tax exemption information) |
Last Updated | 2025-04-03T01:05:00.000Z |
Building Area Source | Measured |
MLS PIN Page | |
Parcel Number | M:1103 B:0017 L:0000,853388 |
Original List Price | 2099000 |
Listing Office | compass |
Tax Annual Amount | 15661 |
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Tax Assessed Value | 1632000 |
Tax Book Number | 52883 |
Tax Year | 2025 |
Year Built Details | Approximate |
Year Built Source | Public Records |
Zoning | S-10 |
Listing Agent | sarah reddick shimoff |
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25 Russell Ave, Watertown MA 02472 – 5 bed 4 bath For Sale – 73350839
$ 2,099,000
Status: Active Under Contract
25 Russell Ave, Watertown MA 02472, Watertown, , Middlesex 02472
Country: US
Property Overview
MLS #: 73350839
Type: Single Family Residence /
Action: Residential
Year Built: 1895 (Approximate, Source: Public Records, Effective: )
Living Area: 4,304.00 ft2 (Total: 4304 Square Feet, Source: Measured)
Lot Size: 0.29 ft2 (Area: 0.29 Acres, SqFt: 12775)
Total Rooms: 12
Condition:
Availability:
Building Name:
Interior Features
Bedrooms: 5 (Main Level: )
Bathrooms: Total: 3.5 (Full: 3, Half: 1, Decimal: 3.5, Main Level: )
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
Fireplaces: 1 ()
Flooring:
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Window Features:
Door Features:
Accessibility:
Entry: Level , Location:
Other Equipment:
Construction & Design
Style: Colonial Revival
Materials: Frame
Foundation: Stone,Brick/Mortar (Area: )
Roof: Shingle
Stories: ()
Common Walls:
Body Type:
Utilities & Green Features
Heating: Steam,Oil,Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling: Central Air,Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer ()
Utilities: for Gas Range,for Gas Oven,for Gas Dryer,for Electric Dryer,Washer Hookup
Electric: 200+ Amp Service (Expense: )
Gas:
Energy Certificate:
Green Energy Efficient:
Green Energy Generation:
Green Indoor Air Quality:
Green Water Conservation:
Insulation: Partial,Blown In,Mixed,Spray Foam,UFFI Foam
Exterior & Lot Features
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Pool:
Spa:
Patio/Porch: Covered
Fencing:
Lot Features: Level
View: (, Waterview Y/N: No)
Waterfront:
Road Frontage: Public ()
Road Surface: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Other Structures:
Horse Amenities:
Wooded Area:
Pasture Area:
Cultivated Area:
Additional Parcels: (Number: )
Outdoor Space:
Community & Association
Community Features: Public Transportation,Shopping,Pool,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Golf,Medical Facility,Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Marina,Private School,Public School
Association Fee: ()
Fee Includes:
Association Amenities:
Pets Allowed:
Schools: E: Hosmer, M: Watertown, H: Watertown
Zoning: S-10 ()
MLS Area: Major: , Minor:
Management:
Optional Fee: (Includes: )
Property Description
Nestled on a beautifully landscaped .3-acre lot on a tree-lined street, this exquisite 1895 Colonial Revival was originally crafted by Albert Murdough for his family. Thoughtfully designed to embrace southwest exposures into the main living areas, the home is bathed in natural light, with soaring 9.5-foot ceilings, stained glass accents & elegant period details. At the heart of the home is a stunningly reimagined, gut-renovated kitchen featuring 4 distinct components designed by architects that blend modern functionality with quality craftsmanship: marble countertops, top-tier Subzero & Thermador appliances wrapped in custom Douglas fir cabinetry, seamlessly connecting to a covered porch, lush garden & 2-car EV charging garage. A grand staircase ascends past vibrant stained glass windows to the upper floors, and leads to 5 (or 6) generously sized bedrooms & 3 beautifully renovated bathrooms. An inspiring sanctuary in Watertown’s most sought-after area. Offers reviewed Tue April 1 @12pm
Room Details
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Master Bathroom: Features: Yes
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Multi-Unit Information (if applicable)
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Unit 1: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:
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Complex Complete:
Unit Building:
Financial & Lease Information
Tax Annual Amount: 15661 (Year: 2025)
Tax Assessed Value: 1632000
Tax Block/Lot/Book/Map: / / 52883 /
Parcel Number: M:1103 B:0017 L:0000,853388
Special Licenses:
Current Financing:
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Deposit Required: (Security: , First Month: , Last Month: )
Insurance Required:
References Required:
Listing & Agent Information
Listing Agent: Sarah Reddick Shimoff (MLS ID: CT007232) / Team:
Listing Office: Compass (MLS ID: AN2606)
Agent (Property): 57
Buyer Agent MLS ID:
Buyer Office MLS ID:
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Contract Date: 2025-03-27
Expiration Date: 1900-01-01
Original List Price: 2099000
Price Per SqFt (List): 487.69
Market Time (Property): 6 (Broker: 6, Prev Broker: 0, Prev Property: 0)
MLS Status: Contingent
Possession:
Directions: Bellevue or Mt Auburn to Russell Avenue
Disclosures: See attached Historical Information,Improvements List,Floor Plans,Disclosures. $15,661 2025 tax bill for owner occupants (see City of Watertown for owner occupied tax exemption information), N
Lead Paint: Unknown
Title 5:
Exclusions: Dining Room And Piano/Living Room Chandeliers; First Floor Hall Sconce; 3 Planters On Back Porch
Contingency: Pending P&S
Special Listing Conditions:
Lender Owned:
Short Sale Lender Approval Required:
Home Warranty Y/N:
Documents Available: (Count: )
Showings Deferral Date:
Open House Flag: 1
Listing Alert: No
Square Feet Disclosures: See floor plans attached; Basement is an additional 1,574 SF (not included in the living area) (Incl. Base: No, Other: )
Master Book/Page: / (Page: 434)
Sale Information (if applicable)
Close Date:
Close Price:
Price Per SqFt (Sold):
Anticipated Sold Date: 2025-05-07T04:00:00.000Z
Concessions Amount:
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-04-01
Sold vs Rent:
System Information
Property ID: 1946761
Modification Timestamp: 2025-04-03T01:05:00.000Z
Bridge Modification Timestamp: 2025-04-03T01:06:12.241Z
Original Entry Timestamp: 2025-03-27T10:50:00.000Z
Status Change Timestamp: 2025-04-03T01:05:00.000Z
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