Shawn Stovall

56 Essex Ave

Maplewood Twp., NJ
$ 619,000 Beds 3 Baths 1
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 619,000
  • City
  • Maplewood Twp.
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • ESSEX
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Maplewood Twp.
  • Lot Size
  • 0.08 Acres
  • Zip
  • 07040
  • Year Built
  • 1926
  • Taxes
  • $ 14264
  • Style
  • Colonial
  • MLS#
  • 4039439
Listed By: COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC
Data Source: Garden State MLS (GSMLS)

Features

General

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

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Morris Plains, NJ office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

7/9/2026 Listed $630,000
8/19/2026 2% - $619,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 07040

Price
AVG $1.01M
$620K
Taxes
AVG $657,479
$14,264
Year Built
AVG 1927
1926
Visits
AVG 32
87
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Areas That We Cover

56 Essex Ave Maplewood Twp., NJ is a Single Family Home for sale at $619000 and a lot size of 0.08 Acres Acre(s). 56 Essex Ave Maplewood Twp. has 3 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1926. The property's zip code is 07040 which is in Maplewood Twp., NJ

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