Price Reduction
Address
56 Essex Ave, Maplewood Twp., NJ
Price
$ 619,000
Property Attributes
- ID#4039439
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyESSEX
- CityMaplewood Twp.
- AreaMaplewood Twp.
- Zip07040
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1926
- Taxes$ 14264
- Price$ 619,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Lot Size0.08 Acres
Data Source:
Garden State MLS (GSMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to a beautiful home that blends timeless charm with modern updates. The foyer with original woodwork sets the tone, leading to an open flow layout designed for today's lifestyle. The bright main level features a spacious renovated eat-in kitchen, living and dining room ideal for everyday living, entertaining and special celebrations. Just off the kitchen, step into your outdoor retreat with a deck overlooking the private backyard with grass to connect with nature. It's the perfect setting for al fresco dining and outdoor movie nights. The driveway accommodates multiple vehicles and includes the convenience of an EV charger. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms plus a dedicated home office. The main hall bath offers a tub/shower combo and a large vanity designed to make busy mornings a little easier. Original HW floors add warmth and character throughout much of the home, complemented by tile flooring in select areas for durability and ease of maintenance. The unfinished basement offers nice ceiling height, a laundry area, separate toilet room and flexible space for a home gym, workshop, storage, or future finishing possibilities. Newer systems: Roof (5 yr), furnace (7 yr) HW heater (6 yr) and newer windows throughout the home. With its thoughtful layout, classic architectural details and tasteful updates, this home is ready to welcome its next owners. Jitney to Maplewood train is just two blocks away.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed $630,000 |
| 8/19/2026 | 2$619,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer,Sewer Charge Extra |
|---|---|
| Heating | 1 Unit |
| Cooling | Window A/C(s) |
| Utilities | Electric,Gas-Natural |
| Possession | At Closing |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Range/Oven-Gas,Refrigerator,Sump Pump,Washer |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Exclusions | Inquire with agent |
| Year Built | 1926 |
| Township | Maplewood Twp. |
| Easement | Unknown |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Services | Garbage Extra Charge |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| County | Essex |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Parker to Union to Garfield to Essex Ave or Irvington Ave to Essex Ave |
| Open Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 14264 |
| Drive | 1 Car Width,Blacktop |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Assessed Value | 594100 |
| Town # | 1611 |
| Tax Lot | 53 |
| Primary Style | Colonial |
| Sub Property Type | Single Family |
| Community Living | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Blinds,CODetect,FireExtg,SmokeDet,TubShowr |
|---|---|
| Basement | Bilco-Style Door,Full,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Master Bath Features | Tub Shower |
| Other Room 1 Level | Second |
| Kitchen Level | First |
| Living Room Level | First |
| Other Room 4 Level | First |
| Dining Room Level | First |
| Other Room 2 Level | Second |
| Other Room 3 Level | First |
| Fuel Type | Gas-Natural |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Kitchen Dimensions | 10x19 |
| RoomOther4Dimensions | 6x12 |
| RoomOther4Description | Foyer |
| RoomOther3Dimensions | 8x7 |
| RoomOther3Description | Vestibul |
| RoomOther2Dimensions | 9x9 |
| RoomOther2Description | Bathroom |
| RoomOther1Dimensions | 8x12 |
| RoomOther1Description | Office |
| RoomLivingDimensions | 15x19 |
| Kitchen Features | Eat-In Kitchen |
| RoomDiningDimensions | 11x12 |
| RoomBed3Level | Third |
| RoomBed3Dimensions | 19x11 |
| RoomBed2Level | Second |
| RoomBed2Dimensions | 11x12 |
| RoomBed1Level | Second |
| RoomBed1Dimensions | 12x12 |
| Level 3 Rooms | 1 Bedroom |
| Level 2 Rooms | 2 Bedrooms,Office |
| Level 1 Rooms | Dining Room,Entrance Vestibule,Foyer,Kitchen,Living Room |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Deck,Thermal Windows/Doors |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Level Lot |
| Water Source | Public Water,Water Charge Extra |
| Exterior Description | Aluminum Siding |
| Lot Dimensions | 33X100 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.08 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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