This inviting Maplewood, NJ Colonial perfectly blends timeless charm with modern efficiency on a beautiful tree-lined street in the coveted College Hill neighborhood. Boasting incredible curb appeal with its large open front porch, this sun-filled real estate gem is just blocks from Maplecrest Park, local dining, shopping, yoga and top-rated schools. Inside, the seamless first-floor circular flow reveals refinished hardwood floors and a spacious living room featuring custom built-ins around a cozy fireplace. Host gatherings in the formal dining room, which opens directly into an updated chef's kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, ample countertops, and a convenient breakfast bar. Upstairs, find spacious bedrooms and a modern full bath, plus a freshly painted fourth bedroom with new flooring on the third level. The freshly painted lower level provides excellent flex space for a home gym or storage. Outside, an open back porch and patio overlook a deep, expansive backyard ideal for play, gardening, and entertaining. Truly a smart home for the future, this eco-friendly property features solar panels, newer windows, enhanced insulation, a Ring doorbell, keyless entry, and an electric car charger. Best of all, you are less than one mile from vibrant Maplewood Village and the Midtown Direct NYC train commute, making this the perfect turnkey opportunity for anyone searching for a new home in Maplewood. Enjoy the good life in the coolest commuter suburb around!
Under contract
$799,000
28 Rutgers St, Maplewood Twp., NJ 07040
4beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern efficiencyTimeless charmFreshly painted lower levelRefinished hardwood floorsConvenient breakfast barSun-filled real estate gemNewer windows
- 14 days |
- 2,492 |
- 145 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pamela Sockwell 917-657-8800,
Compass New Jersey, Llc
Source: GSMLS,MLS#: 4035208
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Area
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 312
- Dimensions: 13 x 24
Basement
- Features: Laundry Room, Storage Room
Heating
- 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), See Remarks, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Thermal Windows/Doors
- Basement: Yes,French Drain,Unfinished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Non-Functional, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch(es), Patio
- Exterior features: Curbs, Sidewalk
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 150
Details
- Parcel number: 1611000300001000170000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Available, Garbage Extra Charge
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: College Hill
Location
- Region: Maplewood
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $782,200
- Annual tax amount: $18,780
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Exclusions: Personal Property, elec car charger
- Ownership type: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,465/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000 |
Source:  GSMLS #4035208 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+90.7% |
Source: GSMLS #4035208 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2014 | Sold | $419,000 |
Source: GSMLS #3148727 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2014 | Listed for sale | $419,000 |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Maplewood Office #3148727 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,781 +3.8% | $782,200 |
| 2024 | $18,092 +3.5% | $782,200 +57.8% |
| 2023 | $17,475 +3.1% | $495,600 |
| 2022 | $16,945 +2.9% | $495,600 |
| 2021 | $16,464 +3% | $495,600 |
| 2020 | $15,988 +2.6% | $495,600 |
| 2019 | $15,577 | $495,600 |
| 2018 | $15,577 +12.5% | $495,600 |
| 2017 | $13,848 +2.4% | $495,600 +31.9% |
| 2016 | $13,529 +2.2% | $375,800 |
| 2015 | $13,243 +1.8% | $375,800 |
| 2014 | $13,003 +1.5% | $375,800 |
| 2013 | $12,811 +2.7% | $375,800 -6.5% |
| 2012 | $12,477 +2.3% | $402,100 |
| 2011 | $12,193 +4.7% | $402,100 +60.8% |
| 2010 | $11,650 +4% | $250,000 |
| 2009 | $11,203 +5.9% | $250,000 |
| 2008 | $10,575 +6.3% | $250,000 |
| 2007 | $9,950 | $250,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $250,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $250,000 |
| 2004 | $9,025 | $250,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $250,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $250,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $250,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 07040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Tuscan Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Maplewood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Columbia Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Somsd Iii
- Middle: Somsd Iii
- High: Columbia
Source: GSMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Jersey
- Essex County
- Maplewood
- 07040
- 28 Rutgers St
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