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$699,900

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72 Hillcrest Rd, Watchung, NJ 07069-6004

About this home

Discover character, comfort, and flexibility at this charming Tudor-inspired Cape Cod in Watchung. Cedar accents throughout the home add warmth and a distinctive natural feel, while sun-filled living spaces and hardwood floors create an inviting setting for everyday living. The main level features recently installed ductless A/C, providing added comfort during warmer months. The flexible layout includes 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, plus a finished lower level suited for a home gym, media room, playroom, or additional workspace. Outside, enjoy a spacious half-acre property with mature landscaping, flowering beds, and room to relax or entertain. The garage offers valuable bonus space that can serve as a home office, hobby area, recreation space, or storage. Conveniently located near major routes, shopping, and dining, this home offers classic charm with practical updates and versatile space.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by JOSEPH LICATA • EXP REALTY, LLC

Contact: 862-273-8019

Listing updated: Aug 25, 2026 at 08:47pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:GSMLS #4036994

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$4,577 per month

Principal and interest$3,678

Property taxes

$806

HOA dues

Home insurance

$93

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Valley View Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

72 Hillcrest Rd · $699,900

Strong offer

$702K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $702K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 21 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% above list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Security system
Smoke detector
Walk-in closet
Finished basement
One wood-burning fireplace in the living room

Bedrooms
Four bedrooms total — two on the first floor and two on the second floor

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms

Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Gas range/oven
Refrigerator
Own water softener

Laundry & utility
Laundry room in the basement
Utility room in the basement
Gas water heater

Flooring
Wood flooring

Heating & cooling
Steam radiators (gas-fired)
Ceiling fan
Ductless split AC
Window AC units

Sale and tax history for 72 Hillcrest Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,668 (+6.9%)

$293,200 + $233,100

$526,300

2024

$9,047 (+4.1%)

$274,000 + $221,300

$495,300

2023

$8,695 (+1.3%)

$248,500 + $204,300

$452,800

2022

$8,580 (+0.6%)

$232,200 + $193,800

$426,000

2021

$8,530 (+3.4%)

$221,100 + $187,300

$408,400

2020

$8,248 (+6.1%)

$216,800 + $180,700

$397,500

2019

$7,777 (+5.5%)

$212,500 + $175,100

$387,600

2018

$7,371 (+4.2%)

$209,400 + $165,400

$374,800

2017

$7,077 (−4.0%)

$207,300 + $162,900

$370,200

2016

$7,372 (+8.1%)

$188,400 + $169,200

$357,600

2014

$6,822 (+2.7%)

$179,400 + $151,100

$330,500

2013

$6,644 (+4.8%)

$179,400 + $146,400

$325,800

2011

$6,342 (+2.8%)

$179,400 + $147,600

$327,000

2010

$6,168 (−3.3%)

$179,400 + $144,000

$323,400

2009

$6,382

$179,400 + $141,700

$321,100

Public record

Beds

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Baths

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Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

0.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,493

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

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Total Sq. Ft.

1,493

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Somerset County

APN

2104301 00006

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

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HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Watchung, NJ • 07069-6004

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Sun exposure

80/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.1 hrs

5.3 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 72 Hillcrest Rd

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $715,000 and $850,000.

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The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $715K to $850K.

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4 beds3 baths— sq ft
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