Welcome to this nicely renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in desirable Maplewood Township. Thoughtfully updated and move-in ready, this home offers a fresh, modern feel while providing everyday comfort and convenience. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, creating a bright and functional space for cooking and entertaining. The first floor has been refreshed with LVP flooring, while new lighting throughout the home adds a clean, contemporary touch. Both bathrooms have been refreshed with new tile flooring, vanities, fixtures, and toilets. The home has been painted inside and out, giving the property a crisp, refreshed appearance. Additional peace of mind comes with a new water heater as well as a one-year home warranty. Conveniently located near shopping, public transportation, and everyday amenities.
Hilton, located between Millburn Avenue and Springfield Avenue, is a residential and commuter-friendly Vauxhall neighborhood with leafy side streets and a rail-to-roadway rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Millburn Avenue corridor near the Vauxhall section’s small storefront strip, where corner delis, takeout counters, and everyday services set a steady pace. Housing reads as mid-century splits and capes mixed with older colonials, with driveways and mature trees shaping the streetscape. South Mountain Reservation frames the area with trailheads and wooded overlooks. The Union train station anchors regional connections, while local errands cluster along Springfield Avenue. Weekends often orbit parks and casual dining rather than nightlife.
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Offer insights
56 Rutgers St · $634,000
$649K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $649K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
40 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
106.1%
Most homes are selling 6% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Dining
Interior features
Dishwasher
Range/Oven - Gas
Refrigerator
Full unfinished basement
Deck
Has home warranty
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (upper level)
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
One half bathroom
Full bath on main level
Kitchen
Galley-style kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range/oven
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Basement laundry room
Basement utility room
Flooring
Tile
Vinyl/Linoleum
Wood
Heating & cooling
Hot water radiator heating
Natural gas heating (1 unit)
Exterior features
Deck
Wood siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Home design
Colonial style
Approximate year built
Parking
Three parking spaces
Driveway one car width
No garage
Construction
Wood siding construction
Asphalt shingle roof
Utilities
Electric service available
Natural gas available
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Approximate lot size: 38,100 sq ft
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to this nicely renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in desirable Maplewood Township. Thoughtfully updated and move-in ready, this home offers a fresh, modern feel while providing everyday comfort and convenience. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, creating a bright and functional space for cooking and entertaining. The first floor has been refreshed with LVP flooring, while new lighting throughout the home adds a clean, contemporary touch. Both bathrooms have been refreshed with new tile flooring, vanities, fixtures, and toilets. The home has been painted inside and out, giving the property a crisp, refreshed appearance. Additional peace of mind comes with a new water heater as well as a one-year home warranty. Conveniently located near shopping, public transportation, and everyday amenities.
Public Records
Oct 31, 1985
Sold
$85,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,596 (+3.8%)
$200,300 + $241,000
$441,300
2024
$10,207 (+5.4%)
$200,300 + $241,000
$441,300
2023
$9,687 (+2.6%)
$200,300 + $241,000
$441,300
2022
$9,446 (+3.1%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2021
$9,160 (+2.9%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2020
$8,900 (+3.0%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2019
$8,642 (+2.6%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2018
$8,420 (+3.1%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2017
$8,168 (+13.4%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2016
$7,204 (+4.6%)
$154,400 + $113,500
$267,900
2014
$6,889 (+1.8%)
$112,200 + $83,300
$195,500
2013
$6,764 (−2.0%)
$112,200 + $83,300
$195,500
2012
$6,904 (+2.7%)
$112,200 + $83,300
$195,500
2011
$6,724 (−0.2%)
$130,600 + $86,100
$216,700
2010
$6,735 (+4.7%)
$130,600 + $86,100
$216,700
2009
$6,435
$56,100 + $82,000
$138,100
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
38 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
3,798 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,196
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,196
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1100049 0600277
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Maplewood, NJ • 07040-3256
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 56 Rutgers St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $350,000 and $820,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $350K to $820K.