Last Sold Price
5 beds4,304 sqft$517/sqft
25 Russell Ave, Watertown, MA 02472

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...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
LISTING CLOSED: 05/08/2025 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Sarah Shimoff

    Sarah Shimoff

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 501-3015

Property Details for 25 Russell Avenue

Status
MLS #
73350839
Days on Market
9
Taxes
$15,661 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1895
Town
Watertown
Area
MA-Watertown
Architectural Style
Colonial Revival
Style
Colonial Revival
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,850,000

Avg days on market

43

Sale-to-list ratio

98.0%

[Watertown, MA]

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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Location

Sold By Compass, Janovitz+Tse

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Building Information for 25 Russell Avenue

Stories-Year Built1895Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,775 SF

Payment Calculator

$12,614 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,309

Property Taxes

$1,305

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 25 Russell Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 4304.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Hosmer
  • High School: Watertown
  • Middle School: Watertown
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Covered, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Oil, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Yes
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • 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)
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:1103 B:0017 L:0000,853388
  • Assessments: $1,632,000
  • Book: 52883
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: S-10
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Cooling Zones: 8
  • Heat Zones: 8
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 25 Russell Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73350839

$2,225,000
Apr 5, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73350839

Apr 1, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73350839

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73350839

$2,225,000
04/05/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73350839

04/01/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73350839

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 25 Russell Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$530,400Additions$1,101,600Total$1,632,000
Tax Record2025$19,062 ($1,588 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt4,041 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,041 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,638 SqFtStories3Lot Size12,775 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1895Year Renovated1895ZoningS-10CountyMIDDLESEXAPNWATE M:1103 B:0017 L:0000

Schools near 25 Russell Avenue

This home is within Watertown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hosmer Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Watertown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Watertown High School
Public9 to 12

J.R. Lowell Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 25 Russell Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
$2,225,000
5
4,304
12,775
$1,060,000
3
2,817
9,974
5
2
2,944
8,820
4
3
2,742
11,307
$825,000
5
4
3,227
2,931
5,633

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